Wrote The Great Gatsby, a post- WWI story about wealthy 20-somethings with no structure, sense of purpose, or patriotism.

The Sound and the Fury, As I Lay Dying

Unique, experimental style made him an icon of modern literature...sound and rhythm just as important as words

Stream of consciousness....long sentences that went on for paragraphs

His writing style and content reflect The Lost Generation.

Simple writing is a break from the flowery language of 19th century.