"Running with the Bulls: A Young Man's Quest Inspired by Hemingway's Classic At just 19 years old, Bill Hillmann's life was forever changed by the iconic words of Ernest Hemingway's 'The Sun Also Rises'. The novel's vivid portrayal of the Running of the Bulls in Pamplona, Spain sparked a sense of adventure and wanderlust within Hillmann, setting him on a path to pursue two of his deepest passions: a career in literature and the thrill of running with the bulls. As he delves deeper into the world of Hemingway's characters, Hillmann's own journey takes shape, one that will lead him to the sun-kissed streets of Pamplona and the ultimate test of courage and endurance. But what drives someone to chase their dreams, and how far will they go to make them a reality?"
When Bill Hillmann was 19 years old, he read Ernest Hemingway's The Sun Also Rises. That book inspired him to pursue two dreams: a career in literature and to run with the bulls in Pamplona, Spain.
