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Summary: THis book is oke dokey
Review: this book is an ok book if you like to read about an old mans life then i would read this book. i look at the book as a dull book because all it talks about the life of an old man and how much he likes to fish. that does not sound like that much fun if all that he does for his free time. i could go to the river and watch someone fish and that would be a lot more fun then sitting down and reading about it. if you want to read it then go ahead but that is all i have to say about that.
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Summary: Review of The Old Man and the Sea
Review: From the start to the end I really enjoyed this book. This is because of Hemmingway's writing style. I really enjoyed the simplicity of the way he wrote this book. It doesn't really have any challenging words or phrases that make the book tough to read. Im am usually turned away from those type of books. But this book is different. It really makes you feel like you are with the Old Man through his adventures with the Marlin dragging him. There is a lot of emotion running throughout this book. The brotherly love the Old Man and the boy share with each other and the pride and determination the Old Man has throughout his journey in the sea. It really sent the message to me to never give up in anything I do. That is why I am giving this book a 5 star rating.
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Summary: Short, Simplistic Classic Story
Review: When I first started reading The Old Man and the Sea was totally turned off to Hemingway's simplistic writing style. Although the more the book went on and the more I learned about the Old Man the more I liked the book. It was written with simple words and a simple plot but yet you can take so much out of the book. You can understand the pride the Old Man has for fishing because Hemingway puts so much emotion into the Old Man. The book consists of no pauses, page breaks or chapter markers which is something that I haven't experienced before. It makes you feel like you are right there with the Old Man through his journey with the marlin. I think chapters or pauses would take away from the Old Man's journey and make it seem less intense, especially when he hooks the fish. Over all it is a great book and would I would recommend it to anyone. The only reason I gave it 4 stars is because I am used to reading books with more complex plots so to me the book seemed almost too simple but full of great morales you could take from it and apply to your life.
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Summary: A True Classic
Review: I was of two minds reading this book. One, was I should have parceled a few hours to sit down and read this book in one sitting. The other was that I wanted to savor it and let it go on forever.I am not a huge Hemingway fan. For me, this is by far his best. A story of an elderly fisherman who catches his greatest fish after days of bone-wearying battle only to lose it to sharks. One can see so much in the book - winning/losing, catching dreams/losing dreams, dreams not living up to expectations - if one wants to go the literature class route. Or, one can just savor the language and the human angst so wonderfully portrayed. I felt I was in the boat with the old man and when he was talking to himself, he was talking to me. Plainly, a terrific book. One other note. Years ago I listened to this book on tape. Although not as good as reading it (obviously), it is a good book to listen to on tape.
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Summary: vivid
Review: awesome, I usually hate Hemingway. I read this back in high school. It took on a new meaning for me now visiting and fishing Cuba and Key west. It's more like a short story that a book so for the right price pick it up and read it. You won't be able to put it down
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Summary: The Old Man and the Sea
Review: A short, simple tale of an old Cuban fisherman who decides to try his luck one day against a marlin that exceeds the maximum weight limit for any fish! The marlin puts up a fight, and the old man's astonishing bravery and incredible wisdom allows him to put up a fight. Who wins? Read the book to find out! This is a truly fishy tale that tells of one man's courage and defeat. I would recommend this book to readers around middle school and up. Be warned, though. The big is rather dry, and goes along at a slow pace. But its marvelous descriptions and easy-to-follow plot makes it a book suitable for all readers, even me!
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Summary: Old Man And The Sea Book Review
Review: Old Man and The Sea is about an old man's determination in the face of misfortune. After heading out to sea, he realizes he is in for a greater challenge than expected. The old man, Santiago, encounters a battle with a great creature of nature and the elements. But, it doesn't end there. The struggle to get home after being beaten by the elements is the greatest challenge of them all. The old man shows his endurance and determination by remaining calm in the face of danger. My favorite character in Old Man and The Sea is Santiago because he has so much determination in what ever he does.
I think I could most relate to Manolin, the boy that helped Santiago, because I like to give my help and things I have to my friends without expecting any thing but friendship in return. I have gone fishing before and caught a pretty big fish. My fish was not even close to the one Santiago caught. I think it would be very exciting to catch something that big. It would also be a great accomplishment to get it home.
I liked the book because it is easy to read and understand. My favorite part was when Santiago is beats the sharks away from his fish. He finds any means necessary to kill the sharks. My least favorite part of the book is when Santiago eats the raw fish because I think eating raw fish is disgusting. If I could change any part of the book it would be the sharks attacking the Marlin. I think the old man worked so hard that he should have had a greater reward.
I would recommend this book to another person because it is a simple book. The book is easy to interpret. The type of person that would like this book is a patient person because the fish-fighting scene goes on forever. All around it's a good book though.
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Summary: The Old Man and the Sea
Review: THE OLD MAN AND THE SEA, by Ernest Hemingway, is a short story depicting an aging fisherman's quest against his decreasing health and a powerful force of nature. The old man's quest began following his second longest "record" of 85 days, when he caught the biggest struggle of his life. Despite the old man's wisdom, due to his many years on and around the ocean, he depended on the resect and love he held for the young boy to pull him through. The book, in my opinion, was enjoyable and absorbing in all aspects. The conflict was easy to relate to because of its clairity and simplicity, yet still contained a strong underlying complexity. My most favorite part of the book was the old man's struggle with the marlin. My least favorite part was in the end, when dispite the old man's many attempts, he had to watch helplessly as his prize got ripped from his grasp. I recommend this book to almost everyone because of it's easy to follow story line, yet complex underlying conflict. This book, in my opinion, is most suitable for an advanced middle school level to college level reader. This book will also suit almost any kind of reader regardless of previous book preferences.
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Summary: "The Old Man and The Sea"
Review: While this book was well written as far Hemingway's style is concerned, I fail to comprehend the point of a man trying to catch a fish (which is what the book basically focus's on) If you are looking for an easy fast read, and enjoy the sport of fishing, I would then go on to say yes, read it if you like. But if you want a comprehensive book...this book is NOT for you.
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Summary: Hemingway shines with this great story
Review: Hemingway really tells a great story and uses fantastic / simple language to do so much in this story.
I really like the microcosm of the fisherman's battle as a symbol of life. This story speaks to the reader on so many levels.
At the lowest level, it is a great story about a fisherman who is down on his luck and must strive against nature to find out whether or not he is just all washed up. At the highest level, it is the story of everyman who strives to do his best in life.
A great story.
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