Blog Entry #3 - Pages 47-78 (Chapter's 6-9)
I thought that this was one of the more interesting sections that we have read so far. It seemed as if we were able to learn a little more about Hemingway's life and get a better perspective into where this book is headed.
It seems from what I have read so far that Mrs. Stein is a very high pressure type of woman. What I mean is that she almost comes across that her way is the only way. Examples of this come from the chapter where Hemingway was trying to get her to talk about books and she basically shut down any of his opinions and tried to push her views on him.
I also enjoyed the chapter about his love for horse racing and gambling. It was interesting to read about how he got too involved with the races and had to step back for not only his own good, but also for his families own good.
Overall, I am enjoying the book to this point but I will be honest, I am having a difficult time following Hemingway. Maybe this is because I have never read any of his works before. I do believe that as I go along I am slowly starting to understand where he is trying to go with this story and I am adjusting to his style of writing as well.
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