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Death in the Afternoon

Written by: Ernest Hemingway
Narrated by: Boyd Gaines
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Ernest Hemingway's classic exploration of the history and pageantry of bullfighting, and the deeper themes of cowardice, bravery, sport and tragedy that it inspires.

Still considered one of the best books ever written about bullfighting, Death in the Afternoon reflects Hemingway's belief that bullfighting was more than mere sport. Here he describes and explains the technical aspects of this dangerous ritual, and "the emotional and spiritual intensity and pure classic beauty that can be produced by a man, an animal, and a piece of scarlet serge draped on a stick." Seen through his eyes, bullfighting becomes an art, a richly choreographed ballet, with performers who range from awkward amateurs to masters of great grace and cunning.

A fascinating look at the history and grandeur of bullfighting, Death in the Afternoon is also a deeper contemplation on the nature of cowardice and bravery, sport and tragedy, and is enlivened throughout by Hemingway's pungent commentary on life and literature. Art & Literature Authors Customs & Traditions Europe Social Sciences Spain Classics Nonfiction Sports Tradition Animal Sports
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A near perfect narration with a tone that will leave the listener on a journey through Hemingway's Spain, inside the bullring and out. Highly recommended.

The Experience of Hemingway's Spain

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If you have ever wanted to understand the appeal of such a cruel practice without paying to see a real bullfighting this is a good substitute.

Best way to learn the appeal of bullfighting.

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An incredibly boring instruction manual on how to see a bullfight. Not worth the time or money

instruction manual on how to see a bullfight

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