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In Chapter 37, Jordan and Maria share an episode of lovemaking
that touches each of them to the center of their being.
Examine the paragraph that begins, \"Then they were together...\" Some
readers think it tries to parallel the rise and fall of intensity
during lovemaking itself. Beyond question, it lyrically enforces
Hemingway\'s idea of the meaning and value of the present moment.
Jordan displays a humility you may find surprising. He thanks Maria,
not just for their lovemaking but for having taught him so much.
Jordan, the college professor, admits that he really didn\'t know
much about life until he came here. Now at least he has learned a
few things.
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