A Farewell to Arms (novel)

"A Farewell to Arms" by Ernest Hemingway is a novel set during World War I, centered on the romantic relationship between an American ambulance driver, Frederic Henry, and a British nurse, Catherine Barkley. The story explores themes of love, war, loss, and disillusionment as their affair is tested by the brutal realities of war and personal tragedies. Hemingway's straightforward prose captures the emotional intensity and the chaos of the era, highlighting the fragile nature of happiness amidst violence and uncertainty. The novel ultimately reflects on the fleeting nature of love and the profound impact of war on human lives.