To Have and Have Not by Ernest Hemingway (Vintage 1965 Hardcover)

“To Have and Have Not” is a novel written by American author Ernest Hemingway, first published in 1937. The story takes place in Key West, Florida, during the Great Depression, and follows the struggles of Harry Morgan, a fishing boat captain who is trying to make ends meet.

Harry is faced with a series of financial difficulties, including unpaid bills and the threat of foreclosure on his boat. He turns to illegal activities, such as smuggling and running alcohol during Prohibition, to make money. Along the way, he meets a number of interesting characters, including a femme fatale named Marie and a group of Cuban revolutionaries who are seeking to overthrow the government.

The novel is known for its gritty, realistic portrayal of the working-class life in Depression-era America, as well as for its exploration of themes such as poverty, greed, and desperation. It is also notable for its use of multiple narrators and its experimental structure, which shifts between different characters and perspectives.

“To Have and Have Not” has been adapted into a number of films, including a 1944 version starring Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall, which is often cited as a classic of film noir. Hemingway himself was reportedly not a fan of the film, however, and considered it a poor adaptation of his novel.