Chapter 6 Summary
In chapter 6, rumours continue to circulate about Gatsby to the point that even a reporter shows up at Gatsby's door. Nick speaks about truth of Gatsby's past including his childhood, real name (James Gatz), and the true history of what led him to deciding his life to becoming wealthy. After several weeks without seeing Gatsby, Nick decides to visit Gatsby, he is surprised to find Tom Buchanan and Mr. and Mrs. Sloan there. Here Tom expresses his contempt for Gatsby and his way of life.
Soon after, Tom and Daisy attend one of Gatsby's infamous parties. Though Gatsby spends a fair amount of time with Daisy, Gatsby senses that she is not enjoying herself and later tells Nick that Daisy doesn't understand him any longer. The chapter ends with a window into Daisy and Gatsby's prior relationship and Gatsby's determination to make Daisy see his point of view.