For Whom the Bell Tolls by Ernest Hemingway, inspired by his experiences as a journalist during the Spanish Civil War, tells the story of Robert Jordan, an American volunteer in the International Brigades fighting to defend Spain's Republic against Franco. Assigned to work with guerrillas to blow up a bridge, Jordan falls in love with a young Spanish woman and clashes with the guerrilla leader over the dangers of their mission. One of the great novels of the 20th century, For Whom the Bell Tolls was published in 1940 and powerfully explores the brutality of war, the loss of innocence, and the value of human life. This impressive edition includes an afterword by Ned Halley. Designed to appeal to book lovers, the Macmillan Collector's Library series features beautiful gift editions of classic titles we love. The Macmillan Collector's Library books are books to love and treasure.