Character Of Jake Barnes in The Sun Also Rises
The protagonist and the narrator of the novel, The Sun Also Rises, Jake Barnes is a journalist in the novel. He has fought in the war and injured himself and lost his ability to engage in sexual intercourse. He along with his friends are American expatriates residing in Paris, embracing its culture. They are heavy drunkards and throughout the novel, they are either drinking sorts of liquors or traveling. Apart from Jake, no one engages in working to make a living. It is revealed covertly that Jake is in love with Lady Ashley aka Brett who is the sole lady in their traveling band. She knows about Jake's inclination towards her but she is a promiscuous lady who had a pitiful past but at present, she likes to be free and remains in multiple relationships. Jake despite after "ignored" by Brett, cares about her and whenever she needs any help. Jake is soft-spoken and doesn't make scenes even if he is emotionally sad. He never keeps a grudge against Mike, Brett's bo