This Side of Paradise

Amory Blaine, a young Midwesterner with high aspirations, navigates life through boarding school and Princeton University. His romantic pursuits lead him to Isabelle Borgé, who ultimately rejects him. After serving in World War I, Amory's journey continues as he falls for New York debutante Rosalind Connage, exploring themes of love, ambition, and the impact of war on personal dreams.