A Farewell to Arms by Ernest Hemingway
Set during World War I, the novel follows an American ambulance driver in the Italian army and his love affair with a British nurse. The story is a first-person account of the protagonist's experiences in war and his struggle to survive amidst chaos and destruction. The narrative explores themes of love, war, and the fragility of life, culminating in a tragic ending that underscores the futile nature of war and the inevitable suffering it brings.
The 116th greatest book of all time
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Total Points: 2045
Since this book was first published in 1929, there is a penalty of 0%. The age adjusted score is 2045.0.
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