1. Existential Meaning of A Clean Well-Lighted Place
In the short story, the young waiter is the only character with a purpose in life. When talking about the old man, the young waiter says an hour is worth "more to me than him"" (2). ... He is known for only giving the reader enough information to recognize his intended theme. ... Hemingway's diction throughout the short story is one of the main ways that he expertly conveys his theme of nothingness. ... In "A Clean Well-Lighted Place,"" Hemingway uses these main literary devices to portray his theme that life is essentially meaningless. ...
- Word Count: 976
- Approx Pages: 4
- Grade Level: High School