The Old Man and the Sea
The Old Man and the Sea
Ernest Hemingway
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The Old Man and the Sea

The Old Man and the Sea

Ernest Hemingway
Ernest Hemingway
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Ernest Hemingway
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In the crystalline waters off the coast of Cuba, an epic battle unfolds between an aged, indomitable fisherman and the greatest catch of his lifetime—a majestic marlin. Ernest Hemingway's "The Old Man and the Sea" is a timeless narrative that delves deep into the heart of perseverance, pride, and the personal struggles that define us. Santiago, the weathered fisherman, has gone 84 days without a catch, his solitary existence marked by the sea's capricious whims. Yet, armed with unwavering resolve and a deep reverence for the natural world, he embarks on a relentless pursuit that tests the limits of his strength and endurance. Hemingway's prose, both spare and powerful, weaves a story that is as much a tribute to the human spirit as it is a testament to the writer's craft. In the vast, unforgiving sea, Santiago's ordeal becomes a meditative journey on loneliness, the unbreakable bonds between man and nature, and the inexorable push toward personal triumph amidst defeat. "The Old Man and the Sea" is not just a tale of man versus nature, but a profound exploration of the internal struggles that lead us to seek our own marlins, those challenges that, once faced, define the essence of our existence.

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Released
1952
1 Sep
Length
96
Pages

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Every year, I read [this book]. It’s so easy to read, and it has such a strong message. - Phil Keoghan
Very fishy option. - Jack Edwards
Lex Fridman mentioned this book on Instagram.
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I thought it was fun to read. - PewDiePie
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Recommended on Jordan Peterson's website.
Every day is a new day. It is better to be lucky. But I would rather be exact. Then when luck comes you are ready.
— Ernest Hemingway, The Old Man and the Sea

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