Ernest Hemingway's Suicide

Prior to the suicide of the Indian man, Nick’s father was excitedly providing information to Nick about the medical procedure he was about to perform. Even during this confusing time, he still remained composed enough to tell Nick that “what she is going through is called labor. The baby wants to be born and she wants it to be born. All her muscles are trying to get the baby born” (Hemingway). Nick’s father is under immense stress and maintains his composure in order to make sure Nick is fully aware and educated about what is happening. After he realizes that there was a suicide on the bunk right above him, Nick’s father’s attitude changes, as evidenced by the dialogue. When Nick asks him questions regarding what happens, his father becomes