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Death in the Afternoon

Book • 1932
Death in the Afternoon is a non-fiction book that delves into the history, ceremony, and traditions of Spanish bullfighting.

Written by Ernest Hemingway, the book was published in 1932 and includes Hemingway's personal reflections on the sport, as well as a deeper contemplation on the nature of fear and courage.

The book is divided into sections that include Hemingway's writings, pictures, and a glossary of terms.

It also features a color frontispiece by Juan Gris and numerous photographs of bullfights and bullfighters.

Hemingway's work on bullfighting reflects his passion for Spain and the intense life and inevitable death associated with the sport.

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