Books with title Across The River And Into The Trees

One of the most important writers of the 20th century, Ernest Hemingway infused much of his work with his experiences as a war correspondent. Such is the case in Across the River and into the Trees, the extraordinary story of an embittered soldier living out his last days. As World War II comes to an end, American colonel Richard Cantwell harbors anger against a system that subjected him to “friendly fire” out of envy for his military prowess. His health failing, Cantwell takes liberty in Venice, where he enjoys the love of a beautiful young Italian contessa named Renata. His passion for Renata awakens long-dormant feelings within him. But the specter of death hangs ominously over Cantwell as his stay in Venice nears its inevitable conclusion. bears the unmistakable mark of Hemingway’s mastery.

Physical description: 254 p. ; 20 cm. Notes: First printing. Summary: The War is just over. In Venice, a city elaborately and affectionately described, the American Colonel, Richard Cantrell, falls passionately in love with Renata, a young Italian countess who has 'a profile that could break your or anyone else's heart'. Cantrell is embittered, war-scarred and old enough to be Renata's father, but he is overwhelmed by the selflessness and freshness of the love she is offering. But this is no fairy tale. The fighting may be ended, but the wounds of war have not yet healed. And for some, the longed-for peace has come too late. A lesser known classic by one of the great American writers of the twentieth century, Across the River And Into The Trees is still vintage Hemingway. Subject: World War, 1939-1945 - Americans - Italy - Fiction. Modern fiction / Classics / Literary. Venice (Italy) - Fiction. Genre: Fiction. Love stories. War stories.