To Have and Have Not
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Summary
The novel «To Have and Have Not» by Ernest Hemingway tells the story of Harry Morgan, a fishing boat captain who is forced into smuggling to support his family. Set in the 1930s in Havana and Key West against the backdrop of the Great Depression, Harry faces moral and ethical dilemmas as he struggles to survive in a world where the rich and poor live in separate realities. The story raises questions about human nature, the fight for survival, and the injustices of social structures. Hemingway masterfully captures the atmosphere of the time and place, creating vivid and memorable images.
Date of publication: 17 October 2024
Last updated: 30 October 2024
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Genre: Classical literature