The Valley of Ashes is a desolate area depicted in F. Scott Fitzgerald's novel, The Great Gatsby. It symbolizes the moral and social decay resulting from the uninhibited pursuit of wealth. The landscape is characterized by gray ashes and industrial waste, representing the consequences of the American Dream gone awry. Located between the wealthy areas of West Egg and New York City, the valley serves as a stark contrast to the opulence of the surrounding regions. It is inhabited by the character George Wilson, who runs a garage, highlighting the struggles of the working class amidst the excesses of the rich.