By using this site, you agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Accept
Sign In

Sevenov

All about classic books

Notification Show More
Latest News
Agnes Grey Quotes by Anne Brontë
39 Best Agnes Grey Quotes
August 2, 2022
Wuthering Heights Quotes by Emily Brontë
36 Best Wuthering Heights Quotes
August 1, 2022
Earl Derr Biggers photograph
Earl Derr Biggers
June 21, 2022
Carolyn Wells photograph
Carolyn Wells
June 19, 2022
The Happy Prince by Oscar Wilde
The Happy Prince
June 17, 2022
Aa
  • Fiction
    • Adventure
    • Coming-of-age
    • Drama
    • Fantasy
    • Gothic
    • Historical
    • Realistic
    • Romance
    • Short Stories Collection
    • Tragedy
  • Non-fiction
  • Plays
    • Comedy
    • Historical
    • Political Fiction
    • Realistic
  • Poetry
  • Author
  • People
  • Blog
Reading: Magnetism
Share

Sevenov

All about classic books

Aa
  • Fiction
  • Non-fiction
  • Plays
  • Poetry
  • Author
  • People
  • Blog
Search
  • Fiction
    • Adventure
    • Coming-of-age
    • Drama
    • Fantasy
    • Gothic
    • Historical
    • Realistic
    • Romance
    • Short Stories Collection
    • Tragedy
  • Non-fiction
  • Plays
    • Comedy
    • Historical
    • Political Fiction
    • Realistic
  • Poetry
  • Author
  • People
  • Blog
Have an existing account? Sign In
Follow US
© 2022 Sevenov. All Rights Reserved.
Sevenov > Blog > Fiction > Short Stories > Magnetism
Short Stories

Magnetism

by F. Scott Fitzgerald

Sevenov
Sevenov June 7, 2022
Updated 2022/09/08 at 11:49 AM
Share
2 Min Read
SHARE
Contents
1. Synopsis of Magnetism2. Story Summary3. Themes4. Frequently Asked Questions about Magnetism
Magnetism by F Scott Fitzgerald

Magnetism by F. Scott Fitzgerald

Author: F. Scott Fitzgerald 

Published: The Saturday Evening Post (March 3, 1928)

Genre: Short Story

“Magnetism” was a short story by F. Scott Fitzgerald published in the March 3, 1928 edition of The Saturday Evening Post. It follows the tale of George Hannaford, a man used to getting his way, who encounters marital and personal problems.

The Saturday Evening Post magazine March 3 1928
The Saturday Evening Post (March 3, 1928)

1. Synopsis of Magnetism

George Hannaford is a charismatic man who is being blackmailed and also begins to suspect that his wife is having an affair. 

2. Story Summary

George Hannaford is a powerful man who knows how to turn on the charm to achieve his objectives. However, his perfect life falls apart when he suspects his wife and another man may be having an affair and that someone has obtained material to blackmail him.

3. Themes

Social class and dynamics are common elements in Fitzgerald’s work, where the rich and poor are at odds with each other, and the poor try to surpass the rich. Regarding social class, the women are depicted as manipulative, using the men in the story to their advantage.

4. Frequently Asked Questions about Magnetism

Why is it called Magnetism?

The title reflects how the youth in the Jazz Age is often drawn to one another due to factors like financial status.

You Might Also Like

The Happy Prince

The Overcoat

The Carriage

The Nose

Diary of a Madman

Sign Up For Sevenov Newsletter

Be keep up! Get the latest breaking news delivered straight to your inbox.

By signing up, you agree to our Terms of Use and acknowledge the data practices in our Privacy Policy. You may unsubscribe at any time.
Sevenov June 7, 2022
Share this Article
Facebook Twitter Pinterest Email Copy Link Print
Share
What do you think?
Love0
Sad0
Happy0
Sleepy0
Angry0
Dead0
Wink0
Previous Article Love In The Night by F Scott Fitzgerald Love in the Night
Next Article May Day by F Scott Fitzgerald May Day

You Might also Like

The Happy Prince by Oscar Wilde

The Happy Prince

June 17, 2022
The Overcoat by Nikolai Gogol

The Overcoat

June 16, 2022
The Carriage by Nikolai Gogol

The Carriage

June 16, 2022
The Nose by Nikolai Gogol

The Nose

June 15, 2022

FOXIZ

Subscribe Newsletter

Subscribe to our newsletter to get our newest articles instantly!

Find Us on Socials

  • About
  • Contact
  • Terms Of Use 
  • Privacy Policy

© 2022 Sevenov. All Rights Reserved.

Go to mobile version
Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Lost your password?