Flappers and Philosophers Author:F. Scott Fitzgerald Francis Scott Key Fitzgerald is widely regarded as one of the greatest American writers of the 20th century. Along with the famous four novels, Fitzgerald also wrote numerous short stories, many of which treat themes of youth and promise, and age and despair. Flappers and Philosophers is the first collection of short stories written by Fitzgeral... more »d, published in 1920« less