Literary archetypes are universal models or patterns that characters are based upon, they aren’t necessarily stereotypes. Archetypes can enhance or degrade the novel depending on their quality. Throughout the novel, A Farewell to Arms, Catherine Barkley is portrayed as the martyr of the story. This means that Catherine is subjected to putting others needs and emotions before her own, especially when it comes to Lieutenant Henry's, the Italian soldier she has fallen madly in love with. This archetype is commonly associated with women, so it is not a surprise that Hemingway used this type of archetype throughout the book. Catherine believes that love is putting other’s needs before herself, she is constantly showing her love for Henry by committing
