The Old Man and the Sea (novel)

"The Old Man and the Sea" by Ernest Hemingway is a novella about an aging Cuban fisherman named Santiago who struggles to catch a giant marlin after a long streak of bad luck. The story explores themes of perseverance, resilience, and the dignity of human effort. Santiago’s battle with the marlin symbolizes the universal fight against life's hardships, and his eventual return with only the fish's skeleton highlights the limits of human strength and the importance of勇气 and determination. The novel underscores that true worth lies in the struggle itself, not just the reward.