This sentence was written by Hemingway, an American writer. It is a novel with the theme of war: For whom the bell tolls.
In the novel, Robert Jordan is a university teacher who teaches Spanish. He is an American youth. Because of his love for Spain, he volunteered to join the army of the Republic of China. Under the orders of General Goldz, he went deep into the mountains behind enemy lines and tried to blow up a bridge to stop the reinforcements from being reinforced by the enemy.
The story is very long, up to 400 thousand words, but it tells the events that happened in just three days. I have to admire Hemingway's profound brushwork and support this masterpiece through long monologues, dialogues with characters and many memories.
In times of war, I will be more eager for peace. From this, we can vaguely see the shadow of this tough guy himself.
This story contains two main lines: war and love. We can't help but sigh: a meaningful life, even if it is only 70 hours, can be better than a mediocre and boring 70 years.
Several main characters in the story left a particularly deep impression on us.
Robert Jordan
He is the soul and core figure in the book. As a foreigner, there is absolutely no need for him to get involved in this war. But as a warm-blooded young man, a strong sense of justice prompted him to take the initiative to join the revolutionary torrent. This altruism is not touching.
He not only teaches Spanish well, but also is an excellent blaster. To successfully blow up the bridge occupied by the enemy requires not only ability, but also courage and wisdom, which are perfectly reflected in him.
In addition to the rigid side, his soft side is even more touching. In the mountainous area, he met the girl named Maria, and they fell in love at first sight.
It is precisely because of the nourishment of his love that Maria forgot the pain and experienced unprecedented happiness. Their love is pure and simple. Don't ask about family, don't ask about knowledge, just love for love.
Such a gentle gentleman should be the ideal candidate for many women's dreams.
In the three days behind enemy lines, Robert has been growing. He has a careful plan. If his orders are firm, he will arrange everything in order.
When he discovered through his own observation that the counterattack was just a meaningless action and the bombing of the bridge was a meaningless sacrifice, in order to stop the war, he immediately sent his comrades-in-arms to deliver a letter to General Goltz. But in the absence of reply, as a soldier, he chose to obey orders as his first duty.
This fearless spirit, knowing what cannot be done, contains some heroic elements. However, if you can die for the peace of mankind, everything is worth it.
At the end of the novel, although the bridge bombing was successful, he was unfortunately seriously injured when he retreated. At this time, he did not hesitate to stick to it, just to stall the enemy and win more time for his comrades to retreat.
He is a worthy hero.
2. anselmo
He is an old man and a guide who leads Robert to contact guerrillas in the mountains. In the face of his homeland being ravaged by fascism, his heart has never been calm for a moment.
In the novel, when Robert sent him to stare at the highway and record all the movements there, he couldn't leave until someone came to change his post. The old man agreed without hesitation.
At night in the mountains, the cold is biting. Although it is already May, it is still snowing heavily. The old man was almost frozen stiff. But he kept his mission in mind and stuck to his post even if he was no longer feeling well.
He believes that Spain has been suffering from this war because too many people always disobey orders and discipline.
The old man set an example for people with his own actions. The martyrs were full of courage in their later years. As long as you stick to your beliefs, age is not a problem at all.
Finally, anselmo was accidentally hit by flying shrapnel while carrying out a bridge bombing mission with Robert, and died. He gave his all for the peace of the country.
Such people are also worth remembering and praising.
3. Announcer
A woman with a rough appearance. She is the wife of Pablo, the guerrilla captain in the mountain area. However, in sharp contrast to Pablo's cowardice and selfishness, she is a person with firm heart and resolute action.
When Robert came to the door with a task to ask for support, Pablo thought that no one would be stupid enough to give up the comfortable life. Blowing up a bridge exposes you, and you will never do it.
At this time, bilal said firmly: "I am in favor of bombing the bridge. Blow up the bridge and let's go out together. There are too many people in this place. I'm tired of this place. Now it's like a pool of stagnant water, which is very annoying. "
She also said that she could contact the guerrillas led by the "deaf" and believed that she would get support. Because of her distinctive attitude, she also aroused the anti-Japanese sentiment of the players and unanimously expressed her willingness to follow suit.
In fact, Bilal is not only brave, but also gentle and considerate of motherhood. After taking in Maria, she treated the girl as her own child. She hopes that she can get rid of the nightmare brought by the war and live a happy life. Therefore, she strongly supports the love between Maria and Robert.
Because I love the land under my feet, I am brave and fearless; Because I have experienced it, I know compassion. Such a woman deserves respect.
4. Maria
She is a girl from bad karma. Her parents were brutally murdered by fascists. And she herself, too, could not escape the tragic fate of being ravaged physically and mentally, so that her spirit was almost crazy.
Later, she was rescued by guerrillas. Under the careful care of bilal, she gradually recovered. But her face, no longer has the brilliance of life. Like a walking corpse, there is no life in Bo.
Until I met Robert and rekindled her hope for life. Love is a beam of light shining into her life and the most suitable medicine for nourishing a person's soul.
Although Robert had to leave her in the end. But I think he has become eternal, giving her warmth and strength forever. May this angelic girl live well with love and courage.
5. Pablo brown
When Robert turned to the guerrillas in the mountains for help because of his mission. As the leader of this small guerrilla group, Pablo's first reaction was to refuse. He believes that we had a good life, and if we risk blowing up the bridge, we will expose ourselves and cut off contacts. Who wants to do such a loss-making business?
His selfishness and cowardice were immediately exposed. Looking back on his life, he was originally a tough guy who dared to be bold and outspoken. What killed his will and corroded his firm belief?
Perhaps, it is precisely because of the bullets that life is not easy, showing his timid and life-saving side.
The most infuriating thing is that the night before the action, he stole the detonator, detonator and fuse used to blow up the bridge and threw them into the water. This makes it extremely difficult to blow up the bridge.
But after such disgusting behavior, his heart was full of regret and chagrin. So after the violent confrontation of ideas, conscience finally defeated cowardice.
Before the operation, he came back with five members of other guerrillas. At the critical moment, great power was injected into the action. These may also offset its previous mistakes.
A person will always get lost in the journey of life, but as long as he remembers his inner direction, he can still be forgiven.
After reading this book, I can't help feeling that the value of life is not to live in mediocrity. Sometimes, its thickness can make people forget its length. Like fireworks, it is enough to shine.