Review

The Old Man and the Sea, written by Ernest Hemingway, is a world-famous short novel. It tells about an old fisherman called Santiago. For eighty-four days, he catches no fish. But he never gives up. Finally, he hooks a huge marlin far out in the sea. He fights bravely with the big fish and later with groups of sharks. In the end, he only brings back the fish’s skeleton. The story shows the spirit of “grace under pressure”. Santiago does not win in a practical sense, yet he is never defeated. As he says, “A man can be destroyed but not defeated.” It teaches us that victory is not only about getting good results. Courage and perseverance matter more. This book has touched countless readers. It encourages us to keep fighting and hold our dignity when facing difficulties. It is truly an everlasting classic.