Ernest Hemingway helped to redefine American writing in the early 20th century through his stories and novels. One of his most characteristic and influential traits was his spare and direct style. And it is with that that we have decided to have a little fun. You can use the below list of typical Hemingway words, or come up with your own, to complete the “Hemingway” story below. And watch “HEMINGWAY,” a new film by Ken Burns on PBS starting April 5.
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NOUNS
rucksack, carbine, wine, fishing rod, regiment, trout, blood, truck, sea, dog, tramp, bridge, toreador, dust, silence, grappa, mackinaw, pocketknife, river, train, pine tree, bullfight, medic, book, cat, bottle, cheese, war,rooster
VERBS
slice, boil, poke, run, speak, stare, camp, punch, fish, wrestle, shoot, kindle, shoulder, walk, chew, spit, bleed, hunt, drink, squint, tramp
ADJECTIVES
strong, cold, hot, drunk