Description
Ernest Hemingway's enduring novella, "The Old Man and the Sea," chronicles the profound struggle of Santiago, an aging Cuban fisherman. After enduring 84 fruitless days at sea, Santiago hooks a magnificent marlin, embarking on an epic battle of wills that tests his endurance and spirit. This deceptively simple tale explores timeless themes of courage, perseverance, and dignity in the face of overwhelming odds. Through Santiago's solitary quest, Hemingway masterfully examines the indomitable nature of the human spirit against the vastness of nature.
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paperback
Scribner
Published Jan 1, 1996
93 pages
ISBN: 9780684830490
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First Published
1952
Language
eng
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