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The Old Man and the Sea

The Old Man and the Sea

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 "The Old Man and the Sea" is a novella by Ernest Hemingway published in 1952. The story revolves around an aging Cuban fisherman named Santiago, who has gone 84 days without catching a fish. Determined to break his unlucky streak, Santiago sets out alone into the Gulf Stream, where he hooks a giant marlin. Despite his strength and skill, the fish proves to be an arduous opponent, dragging Santiago and his skiff far out to sea. The novella explores themes of perseverance, courage, and the struggle against nature. Santiago's battle with the marlin becomes a test of his endurance and willpower, as he fights against exhaustion, hunger, and sharks determined to steal his catch. In the end, although Santiago loses the physical battle with the sharks, he achieves a moral victory through his determination and resilience, symbolizing the triumph of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
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