With this deceptively simple line, Hemingway strips away the romanticized image of writing as a flash of divine inspiration. Instead, he emphasizes the gritty, patient craft of revising, refining, and rewriting until a piece of work achieves its true form.For Hemingway, first drafts were merely starting points. The real artistry came through the laborious process of rewriting — cutting excess words, tightening sentences, and honing the “truth” of each line. This reflects his lifelong belief in e