THE REFLECTION OF HEROISM IN THE SHORT STORIES OF E. HEMINGWAY.

Abstract

ABSRACT
This article examines the theme of heroism in the short stories of Ernest
Hemingway, delving into the ways in which his characters grapple with notions of
bravery, sacrifice, and moral integrity within the constraints of shorter narrative forms.
Through a close analysis of select short stories such as "The Snows of Kilimanjaro,"
"The Short Happy Life of Francis Macomber," and "A Clean, Well-Lighted Place,"
this study seeks to uncover the nuances and complexities of heroism as depicted by
Hemingway. By considering the impact of war, masculinity, and existentialism on his
characters' actions and decisions, this article aims to provide insight into Hemingway's
exploration of heroism in the context of the modern world. Through his economical
prose and vivid characterizations, Hemingway invites readers to question conventional
notions of heroism and confront the moral ambiguities inherent in human experience.