How is A Farewell to Arms a tragedy?

Answer 1

The chick died at the end, the difference between comedy and tragedy is that someone dies in a tragedy.

Answer 2

"A Farewell to Arms" is considered a tragedy because it follows the downfall and subsequent death of the protagonist, Henry, and his lover Catherine due to the harsh realities of war and fate. The story explores themes of loss, disillusionment, and the inevitability of suffering despite the characters' hopes for a better future. Hemingway's portrayal of the characters' struggles against an indifferent world ultimately leads to a tragic conclusion.

Answer 3

It was the first Hemingway story to be adapted into a film.