Ernest Hemingway's unique prose employed a spare, brutal style that revolutionized American literature. This volume is designed to present biographical, critical, and bibliographical information on Hemingway's best-known or most important works. Following Harold Bloom's editor's note and introduction is a detailed biography of the author, discussing major life events and important literary accomplishments. A plot summary of each novel follows, tracing significant themes, patterns, and motifs in the work.
CONTENTS User's Guide Editor's Note Introduction Biography of Ernest Hemingway - Plot Summary of 'A Farewell to Arms' - List of Characters in 'A Farewell to Arms' - Critical Views on 'A Farewell to Arms' - Plot Summary of 'The Sun Also Rises' - List of Characters in 'The Sun Also Rises' - Critical Views on 'The Sun Also Rises' - Plot Summary of 'The Old Man and the Sea' - List of Characters in 'The Old Man and the Sea' - Critical Views on 'The Old Man and the Sea' Works by Ernest Hemingway Works about Ernest Hemingway Index of Themes and Ideas