📚 'The Sun Also Rises' by Ernest Hemingway: A Revealing Review - Let's Read!

Warning: I totally spoil the story if you haven’t already read this book. This novel introduced me to the devastation of World War One after the armistice of 1918, when the bullets stopped, the bombs ceased, tanks ground to a halt and the new horrors of machine-guns, gas attacks and airplane warfare were put aside while a young generation of men and women who had survived returned to a ruined civilization and lives without prospect, direction or motivation. Before this book I’d never heard of “The Lost Generation” whose ranks and stories had mostly died away before I’d reached adulthood and had an opportunity to know them myself. Thanks to Papa Hemingway though, at least I now understand the intensity of change The Great War did inflict upon continents, culture and an entire generation of the West. (KB)

📚 In this episode, we delve into a detailed review of Ernest Hemingway's "The Sun Also Rises," a novel that profoundly captures the aftermath of World War I and its impact on the "Lost Generation." This review offers an in-depth look at how Hemingway's narrative unveils the devastating consequences of the Great War – the disillusionment, the lost sense of purpose, and the cultural shift that defined a generation.

Kurt Bell, with his insightful and empathetic approach, unpacks the themes of the novel. He highlights how Hemingway's work opened his eyes to the plight of a generation that returned to a world devoid of direction and hope. Bell's review is not just an analysis of a literary masterpiece but a tribute to the survivors of an era that witnessed unprecedented change and turmoil.

Join us as we explore the depth of Hemingway's storytelling, understanding how "The Sun Also Rises" transcends the boundaries of fiction to offer a window into a pivotal moment in history.

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CREDITS:

[robertbrooker]

I found rereading a book once a year, offered a very different perspective, although the main reason for reading back then was escape, I was aware it was also a quick way to measure personal growth.

[ReadingIDEAS.-uzxk]

A great book. A lost generation as the previous pillars of society, marriage, class, religion and patriotism were all becoming less important, had less belief and trust in them. What was left was friendship, hedonism, your personal art (eg being a writer), for some, your career. Hemingway builds on this with some fantastic dicotomy. Jake being the centre of the friendship group of hedonist people but not being able to consummate it. For Brett, the most hedonistic character in the book, she has the possible way out of that hedonistic lifestyle, Jake, dangled in front of her (no pun intended) and yet he has the physical flaw that precludes him. She feels that this is a cruel curse on her as her true love died in the war and she swore not to love again. Having fallen in love again, the curse was that it could not be consummated. One of best premises for a book I have ever heard. The sun also rises is a pun on Jake's impotence. Best wishes to you and your channel.

[RadiationNeon]

Oh Jake, " Brett said, "We could have had such a damned good time together."
Ahead was a mounted policeman in khaki directing traffic. He raised his baton. The car slowed suddenly, pressing Brett against me.
Yes, " I said. "Isn't it pretty to think so?

[_ZeroCool_]

Hey kurt, great video! Have you ever read "the myth of sisyphus" by Albert Camus? It would be interesting to hear your thoughts about it. Take care. Cheers :)

[TheTLElliott]

OK, somehow you have managed to mangle one of the finest American novels. Can you prepare a little bit first, hmmm? The proper names of cities ("a town, starts with a 'C'"), gaps ("where were they headed, I forgot"), mistakes ("Brett and Pete. Pete? Jake.") and an incoherent recitation of the plot itself. Except for the last paragraphs, you failed to read specific examples of the unique Hemingway style. And of course we get to hear you slurp your beverage over and over. Geez what an unpleasant 18 minutes. It shows that you read it in record time and "got it under your belt." Aaaugh!