I really enjoyed reading A Clean, Well-Lighted Place by Ernest Hemingway. I thought it was interesting how the older waiter had made connections with the old man. He seemed to really understand him and sympathize with him. I agree with the waiter that a clean, pleasant, well-lit café IS a sanctuary for those that want to escape the dark and nothingness. Bars could not possibly help someone in that state of mind. It’s an escape.
I also liked Hemingway’s style of writing. The conversation was short and to the point however had deeper meaning. I had to read the story a few times to realize why people needed the café. I would without a doubt recommend this selection to someone else. It’s a short, interesting story that will give you an insight and understanding to those bums that like to stay late at cafés. I would read another work by Hemingway. His style of writing is short and involves conversations. I enjoy reading short stories that are quite short but still interesting.
Submitted by Shelley Hun
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