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    Symbols are objects‚ characters‚ figures‚ or colors used to represent abstract ideas or concepts. Many novels have two layers of meaning: the first is in the literal plot‚ while the second is in a symbolic layer in which images and objects represent abstract ideas and feelings. Using symbols usually allows authors to express themselves indirectly on delicate or controversial matters. According to the definition from the Oxford Advanced Learner’s English-Chinese Dictionary‚ symbolism means the use

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    In the short story “Hills Like White Elephants”‚ Ernest Hemingway writes about a young girl‚ Jig‚ and a man‚ also known as “the American”‚ who find themselves in a very complicated situation. In the story‚ the young girl is pregnant with “the American’s” child and he is trying to convince her to have the simple operation that will rid them of the only thing that is harming their happiness. Throughout the writing it seems as if Jig is somewhat hesitant to go through with the operation and the man

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    innovative modes of narration” (Abrams A Glossary of Literary Terms). In The Sun Also Rises‚ Ernest Hemingway uses theme‚ structure‚ style‚ symbols and metaphors to “break up the narrative continuity‚” “depart from standard ways of representing characters‚” “violate the traditional syntax and coherence of narrative language‚” and represents an “immense panorama of futility and anarchy.” Because Hemingway uses these methods to break away from traditional standards‚ he is therefore a modernist. One

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    boyfriend doesn’t want her to have the baby he tells her that the surgery will be perfectly simple.He tries to persuade her that he knows a lot of people that have done the procedure.He thinks it’s the best thing to do for the both of them.The author Ernest Hemingway uses the literary element of symbolism throughout the story to convey the larger meaning. The whole story revolved around the elephant.The elephant is important because the woman wanted

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    Written in the form of a simple dialogue‚ Ernest Hemingway’s‚ "Hills Like White Elephants" leads to simple understandings as well as profound questions. Hemingway uses a very pure form of objective view point to depict a conversation between a couple. His use of objective view point causes the reader to feel as though they are perhaps sitting at a table near the couple. The objective point of view shows only external happenings and does not delve into the characters‚ thus one can see it as a very

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    Implied Crises and the Strength of a Soldier Ernest Hemingway’s short story “A New Kind of War” is unusual because it has a double number of plot phases‚ except the exposition. This story is unusual for another reason as well‚ it contains two crises and both are implied crises. We‚ the readers‚ are given an endpoint in the rising action and the next paragraph is the recognition. What seems to be missing in the story is a crisis; however Hemingway injects implied crises in two points of this story

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    to experiencing the war. Many have witnessed the catastrophes and devastations that occur during the war. The adjustment from two years on the field of World War I to the ordinary everyday life of a small Oklahoma town can be tough. Harold Krebs in Ernest Hemingway’s Soldier’s Home‚ has a tough time adjusting to his home life than most soldiers would when they return home. Krebs was expected to conform back into society’s expectations with not much time to adapt back into his life not being surrounded

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    Analysis of “The Tip of the Iceberg” Date: March 22‚ 2010 In David Hutchens book‚ “The Tip of the Iceberg” he tells the story of the penguins and walruses coming together as a collaborative business unit for the greater good of clams. This story touches on two key components that are seen in everyday businesses. These two key components are system management‚ and adapting to change. The primary system described in the story was for the penguins to share their iceberg that they resided on with

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    Theme and Elements 1. Elements of Hemingway Lisa Cearfoss ENG125: Introduction to Literature Instructor: Alessandra Cusimano

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    Hemingway’s The Sun Also Rises Jake Barnes & Ernest Hemingway – A Comparison “’Hey‚ Kitty‚’ said Ernest‚ ’I’m taking your advice. I’m writing a novel full of plot and drama.’ He gestured ahead towards Harold and Bill. ’I’m tearing those bastards apart‚’ he said. ’I’m putting everyone in it and that kike Loeb is the villain.“ - Hemingway (Baker p.234) Table of contents: 1. Setting‚ Characters & Background 2. Impotence & War Wound 3. Women 4. San Fermín 5. Interests & Characteristics Bibliography

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