Abstract
In this article, the writer describes symbolism in Ernest Hemingway's 'The Old Man and the Sea' in terms of bravery, friendship and faith.

From the Paper
"In Ernest Hemingway's 'The Old Man and the Sea' the two central characters are the elderly fisherman named Santiago and the young boy who is his friend and protege. The key symbols that Hemingway employs to move the story forward are friendship faith and bravery. Essentially this is the story of how a frail and impoverished old man manages to catch the greatest fish of all because he believes in himself and enjoys the support of ..."

Tags:The Old Man and the Sea, Ernest Hemingway, symbolism

Abstract
This paper examines the way in which Hemingway uses Christ imagery to characterize Santiago in his novel, "The Old Man and the Sea." The paper explains how Hemingway emphasizes the power of suffering.

From the Paper
"On the surface Ernest Hemingway's novella "The Old Man and the Sea" appears to be a rather simple story about an old fisherman and his struggles on the open sea. If one delves deeper into the narrative, however, it becomes apparent that Hemingway's intent is much more complex. Indeed the way in which the author utilizes religious symbolism within the novella works to effectively convey his main theme, namely, man's ability to endure through hardships and the nobility of such struggles."

Tags:hemingway, old man and the sea, santiago, christ, crucifixion, religious, symbolism, suffering, sacrifice, nobility

Abstract
This paper explains that, in "The Old Man and the Sea", Hemingway uses symbolism: The sea itself, the birds and the fish, which the protagonist Santiago finally catches. The author points out that the birds, which are Santiago's friends, dive and plunge for the fish thus showing him where the fish are. The paper relates that the old fisherman's frustration turns to elation when the "big fish" finally does bite, next begins the symbolic and real struggle between the old man and the sea and, finally, Santiago has his long-sought gift from the sea, the fish, his prize for respectfully honoring the sea and for all his endurance of her fickle and unpredictable nature.

From the Paper
"On the other hand, Santiago seems to identify closely with the birds he sees on the ocean, who appear small and powerless, like himself, except for the "robber birds" (29) which are perhaps equivalent to some of the other, more aggressive fishermen, who also lack Santiago's abiding reverence for the sea itself. He was "sorry for the birds, especially the small delicate dark terns that were always flying and looking and almost never finding . . . the birds have a harder life than we do except for the robber birds and the heavy strong ones" (29). Some of the younger fishermen behave much like the "robber birds", stealing irreverently from the sea, and thinking of the sea as a competitor rather than as a woman to love, as Santiago himself does."

Tags:sea, birds, fish, woman, prize

Abstract
This paper introduces, discusses and analyzes the novel "The Old Man and the Sea" by Ernest Hemingway. Specifically, the paper focuses on the theme of religion and spiritualism in the novel. According to the paper, at first glance Hemingway's novel may simply seem to be the story of an old man's quest for a giant fish off the coast of Cuba. The paper then goes on to explain that the story really tells a tale of brotherhood, courage, and a sense of spirituality and belief that carries the man through his lengthy battle with the marlin.

From the Paper
"Some critics even equate Santiago with Christ, as another critic notes. He writes, "A great deal of scholarship interprets Hemingway's 1952 novel in terms of Christian symbolism, with Santiago representing at times a Christ-figure, a failed Christ-figure, or a simple apostle wrestling, like Thomas, with doubt" (Waggoner 1998). Santiago does seem larger than life in the novel, and his three-day fight with the fish would certainly kill a lesser man. Perhaps Hemingway did see Santiago as a Christ-like figure. At any rate, reading this novel with an eye for meaning and symbolism gives added depth to an already great work, and makes Santiago even more sympathetic and appealing."

Tags:Santiago, fishing, fish, catch, sea, village, marlin, battle

Abstract
This paper provides an analysis of Ernest Hemingway's "The Old Man and The Sea" that argues that Santiago's battle to capture a giant fish represents man's fight against adversity.

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"Ernest Hemingway's "The Old Man and The Sea" portrays the adventures of Santiago, a fisherman. Santiago dreams of landing a bigger Marlin than he had ever heard of. The struggle Santiago endures in catching his prize and then losing it to sharks symbolizes the struggle of life to Hemingway. One literary critic maintains that symbolists like Hemingway believed that art should aim to capture absolute truths which could only be assessed by indirect methods. Hemingway symbolizes..."

Tags:sea, Marlin, dignity, courage, humility, mortality

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This paper explains that, in Ernest Hemingway's "The Old Man and the Sea", Santiago fights mightily to catch a huge marlin fish and triumphs, only to lose the fish to sharks on his way inland, and yet remains undefeated in spirit. The author points out that the sea represents many things, including the feminine and life itself, and also the unknown and adventure. The paper relates that Santiago, an old man undefeated by time, age, and the sea, is a hero because he keeps going back into the fight, undefeated in spirit.

From the Paper
"Age does slow Santiago down, but he scoffs. His left hand cramps when he's cutting tuna: "What kind of hand is that? Cramp then if you want..it will do you no good." (p. 58) He even draws strength from his younger days. He recalls an arm-wrestling match that lasted a day and night. He takes a nap, and dreams of lions on an African beach when he is young. It is as if, in old age, Santiago draws spiritual sustenance "and thus, he hopes, physical strength" from images and memories of strength. He is awakened by the marlin leaping out of the water, dragging him down to the bottom of the boat, and circling the boat slowly as Santiago holds the line."

Tags:marlin, triumph, spirit, representation, hero, undefeated

Abstract
This brief report describes the main theme of Ernest Hemingway's tale of an old fisherman and his prize catch in "The Old Man and the Sea", along with a discussion of what makes it such a great novella.

From the Paper
"In Ernest Hemingway's classic novella "The Old Man and the Sea', the author provides us with an old fisherman named Santiago who risks the dangers of the sea and a fierce group of sharks to land his prize catch, a marlin bigger than any he has ever seen. After exhibiting courage and endurance, Santiago ultimately catches his prize marlin but sharks attack it before the old fisherman can get his catch safely to shore. Despite this loss, Hemingway admires Santiago and the..."

Tags:courage, humanity, struggle, pyrrhic victory, dignity, endurance, Hemingway Code, destiny, symbols

Abstract
"The Old Man and the Sea" by Ernest Hemingway is marvelous piece of writing basically because of its lucidity and simplicity. Yet the story contains important messages and philosophies, which can only be read between the lines and through close analysis of Santiago's monologues, daydreams, and thoughts. The paper points out that one message, which consistently runs throughout the novel and is repeatedly highlighted, is that man must continuously fight against unfavorable forces, even if he is certain of the futility of his struggle.

From the Paper
"While Santiago is an old man with hardly any real strength left, he must battle both physically and mentally against external forces that have lately been very unkind to him. The old man is pitted against the sea, which symbolizes a great force and sea life as allies of that force, and while Santiago knows that he may not succeed, he is required to continue fighting. This continuous struggle is in line with Christian belief that despair is unforgivable. He watched only the forward part of the fish and some of his hope returned."

Tags:santiago, fisherman, struggle

Abstract
In this article, the writer provides a discussion of Santiago in Ernest Hemingway's 'The Old Man and the Sea'. The paper argues that Santiago must go through three phases in his struggle with the fish before gaining the gift of humility that redeems him.

From the Paper
"In 'The Old Man and The Sea' Ernest Hemingway provides the story of the old simple fisherman Santiago and a boy he serves as mentor to Manolin. In the novel Santiago's struggle with the elusive marlin that takes him nearly three months of fishing to catch represents mankind's struggle in life in the face of an often indifferent and hostile universe. Santiago faces this struggle symbolized by his battle with the marlin with decency dignity and even ..."

Tags:fishing, Manolin, mentor, pride, brotherhood, connectedness, nature

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This paper analyzes Earnest Hemingway's "The Old Man and the Sea" about the troubles and the travails that the old man is willing to face to restore his lost pride. It shows how with only a very few characters and no real plot Hemingway has managed to evolve a novel rich in themes and symbolic import. It discusses how pride and self respect are the motivating factors and the driving force that propels the old man to fight it out in the face of adversity and that the essential theme of this novel is that man is not honored by victory alone rather honor comes from the resoluteness of purpose and perseverance.

From the Paper
"The Marlin (the big catch) in the sea represents the cherished goal (wealth, fame or any other thing) that people go after. Just like Santiago the Marlin also symbolizes valor. It does not meekly succumb but puts up a great fight against the old man. Even the old man acknowledges the bravery of the Marlin when he states it as a brave opponent. The Marlin symbolizes or represents the cherished accomplishment or the achievement of man. If we take a slightly different viewpoint we can also ascribe a different symbolic meaning. It is generally perceived in the literary circles that Hemingway was constantly bogged by literary critics and even under these adverse circumstances he managed to hold on to his gifted art. (Of writing). Now if we look under this pretext we can easily infer that the Marlin represents the "ART" and the sharks that try to eat away the Marlin represent the critics who were cynical to Hemingway's literary creations. The triumph of the old man implies the triumph of Hemingway in the world of literature. "

Tags:Marlin, fiction