Ernest Hemingway: Comprehensive Research and Study Guide (Bloom's Major Short Story Writers Series) [Library Binding]

Harold Bloom (Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: December 30, 1998 | ISBN-10: 0791051218 | ISBN-13: 978-0791051214

Known for creating masterpieces while using seemingly simple prose, Hemmingway is the measuring stick by which other great writers are judged. Take an in-depth look at "A Clean, Well-Lighted Place," "Hills Like White Elephants," "The Short, Happy Life of Francis Macomber," and "The Snows of Kilimanjaro."

This title also features a biography of Ernest Hemingway, a user guide, a detailed thematic analysis of each short story, a list of characters in each story, a complete bibliography of Hemingway’s works, an index of themes and ideas, and editor’s notes and introduction by Harold Bloom.

This series, Bloom’s Major Short Story Writers, is edited by Harold Bloom, Sterling Professor of the Humanities, Yale University; Henry W. and Albert A. Berg Professor of English, New York University Graduate School; preeminent literary critic of our time. The world’s most prominent writers of short stories are covered in one series with expert analysis by Bloom and other critics. These titles contain a wealth of information on the writers and short stories that are most commonly read in high schools, colleges, and universities.

Editorial Reviews

From School Library Journal

Grade 8 Up. This is both a personal and literary biography, combining material about Hemingway's life and work, emphasizing the way he contributed to and changed American literature. McDaniel uses background information and a variety of primary sources to help readers separate the real man from the many myths that surrounded him. She also includes excerpts from Hemingway's writings and quotes from reviewers and critics to illustrate how his work often mirrored or was influenced by his life. This is an objective account, admiring the man's desire to experience life fully and his enormous talent, but also examining his often cruel and erratic behavior, problems with alcohol, and battles with the emotional problems that eventually led to his suicide. Good-quality black-and-white photos appear throughout. Most biographies of Hemingway have been written for adults; this readable overview is a good choice for YAs.?Mary Mueller, Rolla Junior High School, MO
Copyright 1997 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

From the Author

In examining the work of Ernest Hemmingway, Harold Bloom calls the best of his work "a permanent part of the American mythology." A wide range of views are offered on Hemmingway, including discussions on his works The Sun Also Rises, Nada, "A Clean, Well-Lighted Place," and more.

This series is edited by Harold Bloom, Sterling Professor of the Humanities, Yale University; Henry W. and Albert A. Berg Professor of English, New York University Graduate School. These texts presents critical essays that reflect a variety of schools of criticism on the most important 20th-century criticism on major works from The Odyssey through modern literature. Each volume also contains an introductory essay by Harold Bloom, critical biographies, notes on the contributing critics, a chronology of the author's life, and an index. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Library Binding: 91 pages
• Publisher: Chelsea House Publications (December 30, 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0791051218
• ISBN-13: 978-0791051214
• Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 6.3 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,363,266 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Discover books, learn about writers, read author blogs, and more.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A superb analysis and insight into the life of Ernest Hemingway..., October 1, 2006

By 

Benjamin Hoffman "HoffmanStudios" (North Royalton, OH USA) - See all my reviews
(REAL NAME)   

This review is from: Ernest Hemingway: Modern Critical Views (Bloom's Modern Critical Views) (Library Binding)

Harold Bloom has been one of the most respected literary critics of the 20th century. This book is not a capitalization of the life of Hemingway (as declared in a prior review), it is unique insight into the writer and the man. The edited articles composing the book were created by some of the most respected scholars, journalists, critics, and authors of his era. Mr. Bloom has culled through thousands of written pieces and has selected the best works to best exemplifiy Hemingway, not only in his accomplishments and works, but also his thought process and methodology to create his masterpieces. Some of these essays are critical reviews, not just kudos in praise of Hemingway's works. Although I have been a Hemingway fan for over 50 years, I discovered in this book many new insights into one of the greatest and respected authors of the 20th Century.

1 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars simply to capitalize, February 21, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Ernest Hemingway: Comprehensive Research and Study Guide (Bloom's Major Short Story Writers Series) (Library Binding)

One of the least notable attempts to capitalize on...100th anniversary>