In "Hills Like White Elephants," the reader finds themselves eavesdropping in on a younger man and woman communicating at a train station in Zaragosa, Spain. ... Evidently, Hemingway refuses to provide any minor details in his work, and instead presents the reader minor clues and symbols to help establish a more in depth understanding and profound meaning. ... The thought of being responsibility-free appeals to The American, as he will do or say almost anything to convince the girl to get the operation. ... Jig also experiences ambiguity, as she is torn between sides, expressing to...

• Word Count: 1134
• Approx Pages: 5
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: Undergraduate