1. What was Fitzgerald's view on authorship?
Fitzgerald believed authorship to be his calling and followed it with seriousness and diligence. Unlike other professionals, he did not require a specialized degree or certification to practice. He supported himself entirely with his pen, having no other occupation or sources of income. Despite not having a trust fund or marrying into money, Fitzgerald had an extraordinary run of success from 1920 until 1940, financially outperforming many authors of his generation. His dedication to his craft and his ability to navigate the literary marketplace contributed to his success during this period.
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