Alex Vernon

Professor of English at Hendrix College in Arkansas and author of books including Teaching Hemingway at War and Reading Hemingway's For Whom the Bell Tolls.

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Nov 4, 2024 • 1h 6min

648 Hemingway's For Whom the Bell Tolls (with Alex Vernon) | My Last Book with Sandra Spanier

Join Alex Vernon, a Hemingway expert and author, and Sandra Spanier, General Editor of Hemingway's Letters, as they dive into the complexities of 'For Whom the Bell Tolls.' They unpack the evolving perceptions of Hemingway's work, focusing on themes of heroism and sacrifice through Robert Jordan’s journey in the Spanish Civil War. The conversation reveals how historical context enriches understanding, and they touch on the profound impact of Hemingway's prose over the decades. Plus, discover Spanier's choice for her last literary read!