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Ernest Hemingway Collection

Ernest Hemingway, the legendary writer known for his adventurous spirit and love for Cuba, left an indelible mark on both literature and the Caribbean island

Background imageErnest Hemingway Collection: Ernest Hemingway Fishing

Ernest Hemingway Fishing
Sun Valley, Idaho: 1939 Author Ernest Hemingway holding two trout he has caught

Background imageErnest Hemingway Collection: Caribbean, Cuba

Caribbean, Cuba
Interior of the historical home of writer Ernest Hemingway in Havana Cuba where he wrote many oif his writings and is now a museum showing how he lived in San Francisco de Paula

Background imageErnest Hemingway Collection: Mojito Cocktails at La Bodeguita del Medio, La Habana Vieja, Havana, La Habana Province

Mojito Cocktails at La Bodeguita del Medio, La Habana Vieja, Havana, La Habana Province, Cuba

Background imageErnest Hemingway Collection: El Floridita Bar at night, La Habana Vieja (Old Town), Havana, Cuba

El Floridita Bar at night, La Habana Vieja (Old Town), Havana, Cuba

Background imageErnest Hemingway Collection: Illustration for The Old Man and the Sea by Ernest Hemingway (litho)

Illustration for The Old Man and the Sea by Ernest Hemingway (litho)
8639220 Illustration for The Old Man and the Sea by Ernest Hemingway (litho) by Corke, Charles Essenhigh (1852-1922); Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imageErnest Hemingway Collection: Cuba, Havana, Havana Vieja, La Bodeguita del Medio, birthplace of the Mojito cocktail

Cuba, Havana, Havana Vieja, La Bodeguita del Medio, birthplace of the Mojito cocktail, a Mojito

Background imageErnest Hemingway Collection: Cuba, Jardines del Rey, Ernest Hemingway statue on causeway linking Cayo Coco to Cayo

Cuba, Jardines del Rey, Ernest Hemingway statue on causeway linking Cayo Coco to Cayo Guillermo

Background imageErnest Hemingway Collection: La Bodeguita del Medio, La Habana Vieja, Havana, La Habana Province, Cuba

La Bodeguita del Medio, La Habana Vieja, Havana, La Habana Province, Cuba

Background imageErnest Hemingway Collection: Hotel Ambos Mundos (Hemingway regularly stayed here), Havana, Cuba

Hotel Ambos Mundos (Hemingway regularly stayed here), Havana, Cuba

Background imageErnest Hemingway Collection: Steering wheel of one of Hemingways cars at his home, Finca Vigia

Steering wheel of one of Hemingways cars at his home, Finca Vigia, San Francisco de Paula, Havana, Cuba, West Indies, Central America

Background imageErnest Hemingway Collection: Sculpture of Ernest Hemingway at Cojimar Fort, Cojimar, Cuba, West Indies

Sculpture of Ernest Hemingway at Cojimar Fort, Cojimar, Cuba, West Indies, Central America

Background imageErnest Hemingway Collection: Ernest Hemingway (b / w photo)

Ernest Hemingway (b / w photo)
5999490 Ernest Hemingway (b/w photo) by American Photographer (19th century) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Ernest Hemingway.); © Look and Learn

Background imageErnest Hemingway Collection: EyeUbiquitous_20100279

EyeUbiquitous_20100279
Cuba, Havana, Habana Vieja, Floridita sign on classic Art Deco building at Obispo 557

Background imageErnest Hemingway Collection: Torreon de Cojimar, (1649), 1920s

Torreon de Cojimar, (1649), 1920s
Torreon de Cojimar is an old Spanish fort (1649). It was the first fortification taken by the British when they attacked Havana in 1762

Background imageErnest Hemingway Collection: Ernest Hemingway (1899-1961), American novelist, early 20th century

Ernest Hemingway (1899-1961), American novelist, early 20th century. For a serious writer, Hemingway achieved a rare cult-like popularity during his lifetime

Background imageErnest Hemingway Collection: Exterior of the historical home of writer Ernest Hemingway in Havana Cuba where he

Exterior of the historical home of writer Ernest Hemingway in Havana Cuba where he wrote many oif his writings and is now a museum showing how he lived in San Francisco de Paula

Background imageErnest Hemingway Collection: Hemingway, Wife And Pets

Hemingway, Wife And Pets
Havana, Cuba: March 20, 1946 Author Ernest Hemingway and his fourth wife, Mary Welsh, hold their pets in jai alai baskets on the Hemingway farm in San Francisco de Paulo, a Havana suburb

Background imageErnest Hemingway Collection: Lifesize bronze of the late author Ernest Hemingway at the bar of El Floridita

Lifesize bronze of the late author Ernest Hemingway at the bar of El Floridita, one of his favourite haunts, Havana, Cuba, West Indies, Central America

Background imageErnest Hemingway Collection: Havana Cuba Habana bust of Ernest Hemingway in Cojimar, the fishing village that

Havana Cuba Habana bust of Ernest Hemingway in Cojimar, the fishing village that Ernest Hemingway used for The Old Man and the Sea

Background imageErnest Hemingway Collection: Ernest Hemingways room, Hotel Ambos Mundos, Habana Vieja (Old Town)

Ernest Hemingways room, Hotel Ambos Mundos, Habana Vieja (Old Town), UNESCO World Heritage Site, Havana, Cuba, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America

Background imageErnest Hemingway Collection: Lifesize bronze statue of author Ernest Hemingway in bar El Floridita, Havana

Lifesize bronze statue of author Ernest Hemingway in bar El Floridita, Havana, Cuba, West Indies, Caribbean, Central America



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Ernest Hemingway, the legendary writer known for his adventurous spirit and love for Cuba, left an indelible mark on both literature and the Caribbean island. As a passionate angler, he found solace in the turquoise waters of Cuba, indulging in Ernest Hemingway fishing escapades that became part of his legacy. From casting lines off the shores of Havana to exploring Jardines del Rey's hidden gems, Hemingway embraced the thrill of reeling in big catches. Amidst his fishing expeditions, Hemingway discovered La Bodeguita del Medio—a vibrant haven where he savored refreshing Mojito cocktails. This iconic establishment in Havana Vieja became synonymous with his name as it proudly claims to be the birthplace of this beloved Cuban concoction. Just steps away lies El Floridita Bar at night; here, Hemingway would unwind and immerse himself in Havana's lively atmosphere. Hemingway's connection with Cuba extended beyond its capital city. On Cayo Coco's causeway stands a statue honoring him—an homage to his profound impact on local culture and admiration for its natural beauty. Meanwhile, Hotel Ambos Mundos served as a sanctuary during his stays in Havana—its walls witnessed countless literary masterpieces being penned by this great wordsmith. At Finca Vigia—his cherished home—the steering wheel of one of Hemingway's cars remains untouched as if frozen in time. It symbolizes not only his love for automobiles but also represents how deeply rooted he was within Cuban soil. Cojimar Fort houses a sculpture commemorating this larger-than-life figure who found inspiration amidst its tranquil surroundings. Even today, black-and-white photographs capture glimpses into Ernest Hemingway's extraordinary life—a man whose stories continue to captivate readers worldwide. His presence lingers through these snapshots from EyeUbiquitous_20100279—an enduring testament to an icon who forever intertwined his name with the allure of Cuba.