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English Professor Bill Hillmann Inspired by Hemingway to Run with Bulls in Pamplona for Two Decades

Bill Hillmann's passion for literature and bull running was sparked at age 19 after reading Ernest Hemingway's The Sun Also Rises.

Jul 11, 2026, 11:57 PM NPR News

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When Bill Hillmann was 19 years old, he read Ernest Hemingway's novel The Sun Also Rises. This book inspired him to pursue two lifelong dreams: a career in literature and the daring tradition of running with the bulls in Pamplona, Spain. For over two decades, Hillmann has combined his academic career as an English professor with his adventurous participation in this iconic Spanish event.

Hillmann's story highlights the enduring influence of Hemingway's work and the cultural significance of Pamplona's bull runs.

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NPR News by Don Gonyea, July 11, 2026

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This English professor has run with the bulls in Spain for two decades

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Overview: This article shows limited framing pressure in the available source text. Bill Hillmann's passion for literature and bull running was sparked at age 19 after reading Ernest Hemingway's The Sun Also Rises.

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