The Sun Also Rises: Chapter 9 Summary and Analysis

💔The revelation of Brett's affair with Cohn sparks competition between Jake and Cohn for her affection.

🗺️The group plans a fishing trip to Spain, with Brett questioning whether Cohn will join, causing tension among the group.

🚆Jake and Bill take a train to Bayonne, chatting with other passengers, and Jake takes jabs at Cohn.

🤼Jake continues to provoke Cohn, leading to a confrontation and male competition for Brett's affection.

😔Brett's actions and lies about her intentions leave Jake feeling uncertain about their relationship.

What is the main conflict in Chapter 9?

—The main conflict in Chapter 9 is the competition between Jake and Cohn for Brett's affection.

What plans do the group make for a trip?

—The group plans a fishing trip to Spain, starting in San Sebastian.

How does Jake feel about Brett's affair with Cohn?

—Jake is annoyed and frustrated by Brett's affair with Cohn.

What happens during the train journey?

—Jake and Bill struggle to find seats in the dining car due to the train being crowded with Catholics on a pilgrimage.

How does the tension between Jake and Cohn escalate?

—The tension between Jake and Cohn escalates as Jake continues to make jabs at Cohn, leading to a confrontation.

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00:09In book 2 chapter 9 of The Sun Also Rises,

00:13the next morning Jake visits with Brett and Mike at a bar.

00:22Jake accompanies Brett back to her hotel.

00:26Jake and Bill take the first train to Bayonne.

01:00Jake and Bill chat with other passengers on the train.

01:13Cohn meets Jake and Bill at the station in Bayonne.

02:06Jake takes jabs at Cohen's character, causing tension.