Ernest Hemingway grew up with strict rules and strong religious beliefs. Throughout the course of his life, he became an outstanding poet and writer. Events in his childhood, young adulthood, and all of his later life influenced Hemingway's writing style and subject matter. <Tab/>Ernest Hemingway was born in Oak Park, Illinois on July 21, 1898. Ernest's father taught him hunting and fishing. "He spent early summers with his family in the woods …showed first 75 words of 598 total…

…showed last 75 words of 598 total…suffered from depression and use of alcohol. Hemingway committed suicide on July 2, 1961 by a shotgun wound to his head. After his death, his popularity continued to grow. <Tab/>In conclusion, one can see how important Ernest Hemingway was to writing and poetry. After going through many ups and downs, Ernest Hemingway had to overcome many obstacles. Events in his childhood, young adulthood, and all of his later life influenced Hemingway's writing.