As a fan of Ernest Hemingway, I thought I would take a look behind the curtain and identify some of the techniques he used that contributed to his enduring success. Here are a few: 1. Minimalist prose style: Hemingway's writing is characterized by concise, clear sentences and a pared-down vocabulary. His unadorned style, often referred to as the "Iceberg Theory" or the "Theory of Omission," allows readers to engage with the text and interpret the story's deeper meanings.