In the novel The Old Man and the Sea, Ernest Hemingway is able to teach readers about self determination.

In the novel The Old Man and the Sea, Ernest Hemingway is able to teach readers about self determination. It is essential to see the ability of this old man to surmount seemingly insurmountable physical obstacles. The triumph at sea reveals indominitable spirit and will of man in conflict with his aging body. Santiago need's to prove mostly to himself that he is still able to be the fisherman that he once was. In his …

…Man and The Sea Hemingway, is able to teach the reader the meaningful lesson of not giving up and believing in one's self. Santiago is conflict is within himself and he must prove to himself and the boy that he is the man he used to be. Through his unique style and essential lessons Hemingway will influence any reader in their daily life. This is why Hemingway should be the recipient of the Nobel prize.