hemingway 海明威的写作手法及风格

Writing style: iceberg theory — It means that writing should be like the iceberg in the sea--only one eight exposes above the sea, and seven eighth should be hidden under the water.

The iceberg theory—characterized by economy and understatement, had an enormous influence on 20th-century fiction;

Use of short sentences. Use short first paragraphs. Use vigorous English. Be positive, not negative.

The Hemingway code hero 海明威笔下的硬汉形象

Grace under pressure

He is the perfect form that Hemingway always pursuits: courage, perseverance, wisdom and clement. He is beneficent, being full of love and having the endless mental power; Even he was failed on the abattoir of life, he was still an overmatch in mentality, a tough guy not a pilgarlic protected by others. "But man is not made for defeat, a man can be destroyed (physically) but not defeated (spiritually)."

First, he has the mental traits that ordinary tough guys have: brave, powerful, restive, dauntless

In conclusion, the image of Santiago is not a pure image of a tough guy any more. What concealed under the surface is the eternal theme of human race: Confidence, Self-respect, Self-improvement. He no longer stands for himself. The image of Santiago symbolize the eternal human spirit. He inspired people to challenge the difficulty and death recklessly and fearlessly.