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The Old Man and the Sea
The Old Man and the Sea
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Jess
May 03, 2014 rated it it was amazing
Hemingway's The Old Man and the Sea is now one of my favorites. I was hesitant to read it first because I was doubtful that someone can make fishing interesting. I was pleasantly surprised, however.

The language he uses seems softer and more detailed than his other works. The old man isn't just a stereotypical man who needs to prove he is stronger than nature. Instead you'll find an old man who's thoughtful and compassionate. He thinks before he acts. Sees fish as his brothers, and is remorseful ...more
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