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Hills like white elephants

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Hills like White Elephants

Introduction

Ernest Hemingway's story “Hills like white elephants” revolves around two protagonists who are waiting for their train at station in the Ebro River valley of Spain. The man is referred with the name “American”, while his female companion is referred with the name “Jig” in the story. The conversation between the couple shows that they are in a struggling romantic relationship where the woman faces the decision of abortion. The contrasting thinking of the characters shows that the author has an objection towards abortion.

Discussion

The waiting at the station results in a serious conversation ...