21 July - Ernest Miller Hemingway birth anniversary

 

Ernest Miller Hemingway (July 21, 1899 – July 2, 1961) was an American novelist, short story writer, and journalist. He is considered one of the most influential and celebrated writers of the 20th century. Hemingway's distinctive writing style was characterized by its simplicity and understated emotional depth, which had a profound impact on modern literature.

Hemingway was born in Oak Park, Illinois, USA. He began his writing career as a journalist for newspapers like the Kansas City Star and later worked as a foreign correspondent during World War I, the Spanish Civil War, and World War II. His experiences as a war correspondent greatly influenced his literary works.