Ernest Hemingway's "The Sun Also Rises" delves into the disillusionment and moral decay of the post-World War I era, often referred to as the "Lost Generation." The novel, narrated by Jake Barnes, an American journalist living in Paris, revolves around his circle of expatriate friends, including the captivating yet troubled Lady Brett Ashley and the impetuous Robert Cohn.
The story follows these individuals on a journey from Paris to Pamplona, Spain, where they partake in the exhilarating tradition of the running of the bulls. Amidst excessive drinking and aimless conduct, they grapple with inner emptiness and ethical decline. Jake, the central character, deeply loves Brett, but a war-inflicted injury has left him impotent, giving rise to the prevailing theme of unreciprocated love.
