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Men Without Women (Classicus Edition) - cover

Men Without Women (Classicus Edition)

Ernest Hemingway

Publisher: Classicus

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Men Without Women showcases Ernest Hemingway at the height of his powers, delivering fourteen taut, unforgettable short stories that reveal the stark truths of human experience. From the quiet menace of “The Killers,” where two hitmen wait in a small-town diner, to the fraught, elliptical conversation about abortion in “Hills Like White Elephants,” Hemingway’s writing is spare, unflinching, and charged with subtext. Each story strips life to its essentials, capturing moments of violence, longing, and fragile connection with unrelenting honesty.      A defining work of twentieth-century literature, this collection explores the emotional chasms between men and women, the aftershocks of war, and the struggles of those living on society’s margins. Hemingway’s trademark style—lean, understated, and richly suggestive—invites readers to read between the lines, finding meaning in what is left unsaid. The stories resonate with themes of loss and alienation, offering glimpses of human vulnerability beneath tough exteriors.      Men Without Women is an essential volume for lovers of literary fiction and modernist writing alike. This edition brings together some of Hemingway’s most celebrated and studied stories in a single, beautifully crafted collection. Whether you’re encountering his work for the first time or returning to appreciate its artistry anew, you’ll find in these pages the raw power and timeless appeal that made Hemingway one of the most influential authors of all time.
Available since: 07/01/2025.

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