A Farewell to Arms - (Dover Thrift Editions: Classic Novels) by Ernest Hemingway (Paperback)

About the Book

Prepare to be deeply moved by the love affair between Frederic Henry, an American lieutenant in the Italian Army's ambulance corps, and Catherine Barkley, an English nurse set against the backdrop of World War l.

Book Synopsis

Ernest Hemingway plunges into the brutal reality of World War I through the eyes of Frederic Henry, an American serving as a lieutenant in the ambulance corps of the Italian Army. As the horrors of war unfold, Frederic finds solace in his passionate love affair with Catherine Barkley, a courageous English nurse. However, their love is tested by the ever-present threats of death and injury and the emotional toll of the conflict.

This powerful and poignant story was Hemingway's first bestseller, exploring themes of love and loss, disillusionment with war, and the search for meaning amid chaos. Prepare to be deeply moved by the unforgettable characters and their struggles against the backdrop of a world in turmoil.

From the Back Cover

Ernest Hemingway captures the brutal reality of World War I through the eyes of Frederic Henry, an American serving as a lieutenant in the Italian army. As the horrors of war unfold, Frederic finds solace in his passionate love affair with Catherine Barkley, a courageous English nurse. They struggle with the constant threats of death and injury and the emotional toll of the conflict.

A Farewell to Arms, Hemingway's first bestseller, inspired numerous adaptations and references in film and television. The novel was sometimes censored and banned because of its candid portrayal of war and its explicit depiction of love and loss. With his characteristic spare prose and profound insight, Hemingway captures the complexities of the human spirit. Prepare to be deeply moved by unforgettable characters and their struggles against the backdrop of a world in turmoil.