Cross Country Snow by Ernest Hemingway
The novel revolves around a young man's journey to the mountains with his father and uncle. They are on a hunting trip, but the focus shifts from the hunt to the relationships between the characters. The story explores themes of masculinity, family dynamics, and the struggle for independence.
By Ernest Hemingway · First published 1950 · Genre: Literary Fiction, Adventure, Coming-of-Age · 2,229 words
First lines
The funicular car bucked once more and then stopped. It could not go further, the snow drifted solidly across the track. The gale scouring the exposed surface of the mountain had swept the snow surface into a wind-board crust. Nick, waxing his skis in the baggage car, pushed his boots into the toe irons and shut the clamp tight. He jumped from the car sideways onto the hard wind-board, made a jump turn and crouching and trailing his sticks slipped in a rush down the slope.
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Cross Country Snow is listed on Textopian as a short story by Ernest Hemingway, dated 1950 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Ernest Hemingway
- Date: 1950 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Literary Fiction, Adventure, Coming-of-Age, Realism, Sports Fiction
- Length: 2,229 words
- Structure: 1 section, 91 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Literary Fiction — The work explores complex themes of friendship, existential reflection, and the human experience, characteristic of literary fiction.
- Adventure — The skiing and outdoor setting provide a sense of adventure and physical challenge.
- Coming-of-Age — The characters reflect on their lives and future, indicative of a coming-of-age narrative.
- Realism — The portrayal of everyday life and authentic dialogue aligns with the principles of realism.
Tags
Literary Fiction · American Literature · Novel · Coming-of-Age · Adventure · Friendship · Growing Up · Self-Discovery · Identity Crisis · Maturity · Realism · Simple Style