Ernest Miller Hemingway （July 21, 1899 - July 2, 1961） was an American novelist, short-story writer, and journalist. He was born in the United States, Illinois, Chicago suburb of Oak Parker. Hemingway is considered to be one of the most famous novelists of the 20th century.

Hemingway's works are known for their distinctive style, which is characterized by simplicity and understatement. He had an excellent ability to convey complex emotions and experiences using straightforward language. Some of his most famous works include "The Sun Also Rises," "Farewell to Arms," and "The Old Man and the Sea".

In 1953, Hemingway won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction for "The Old Man and the Sea" . Throughout his career, he was also a journalist and participated in World War I and II, which deeply influenced his writing.

Hemingway passed away in Idaho, Ketchum, on July 2, 1961. His contributions to literature and his unique writing style continue to be celebrated and studied around the world.