The Sun Also Rises Lesson Plan

How does Hemingway draw a parallel between Romero's bullfighting and Brett's seduction methods?

Hemingway skillfully draws a parallel between Romero's bullfighting techniques and Brett's approach to seduction. Both characters possess physical beauty and excel in their respective arenas. Jake explicitly compares Brett's sexual tactics to Romero's prowess in the bullring, stating that Romero "dominated the bull by making him realize he was unattainable, while he prepared him for the killing."

Brett's earlier mention of "tromper" reinforces this connection. While the term primarily means "to be unfaithful to," it also carries the connotation of "eluding" or "tricking."...