The Sun Also Rises
May 2022 · Otbebookpublishing
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The Sun Also Rises follows a group of young American and British expatriates as they wander through Europe in the mid-1920s. They are all members of the cynical and disillusioned Lost Generation, who came of age during World War I (1914–18).
About the author
Ernest Hemingway, born on July 21, 1899, in Oak Park, Illinois, remains one of the most influential figures in 20th-century literature. Known for his terse prose and understated style, Hemingway's writing revolutionized modern fiction, earning him the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1954. His adventurous spirit led him to serve as an ambulance driver in World War I, where he was severely wounded, an experience that profoundly influenced his worldview and writing.Hemingway's life was as dramatic as his fiction. He was a war correspondent during the Spanish Civil War and World War II, experiences that infused his work with a gritty realism. His love for adventure extended to big-game hunting in Africa, deep-sea fishing in the Caribbean, and bullfighting in Spain. These pursuits not only colored his stories but also cemented his image as a larger-than-life figure.Controversy often surrounded Hemingway. His tumultuous personal life, marked by four marriages and numerous affairs, captivated the public. His struggle with alcoholism and bouts of depression, culminating in his tragic suicide in 1961, added a poignant layer to his legacy.Hemingway's influence on contemporary writers is immeasurable. His minimalist style and focus on the human condition inspired generations of authors, from Raymond Carver to Joan Didion. He championed the "Iceberg Theory" of writing, advocating for simplicity and depth, a principle that continues to resonate in modern literature.In an era of rapid change, Hemingway's exploration of themes like courage, loss, and existential angst remains profoundly relevant, ensuring his place as a towering figure in literary history.
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