Santiago (The Old Man and the Sea)

Santiago is the protagonist of Ernest Hemingway's novella "The Old Man and the Sea." He is an aging Cuban fisherman who has struggled with a long run of bad luck, having not caught a fish for 84 days. Despite his challenges, Santiago is determined, resilient, and proud. He embarks on a solitary fishing trip into deeper waters, where he battles against a giant marlin for days, demonstrating perseverance, strength, and the dignity of human struggle. Santiago embodies themes of isolation, the relationship between man and nature, and the idea that true success lies in the effort and spirit, rather than mere achievement.