What is the summary for The Old Man and the Sea?

Answer 1

"The Old Man and the Sea" is about an old fisherman named Santiago who has had 84 days of bad luck at sea and been unable to catch anything. He even loses his helper over it because the boy's parents make him work for a more successful fisherman. On the 85 day Santiago goes out further and hooks a giant marlin that pulls him through the ocean for 2 days. On the 3rd day the fish tires and Santiago is finally able to pull it in and slays it with a harpoon. He is beat up from the fishing line but knows that this giant fish will bring him a great deal of money, even if the ones who eat it aren't worthy. The fish leaves blood trails in the water and sharks come to attack. Santiago tries to fight them off but is unable to and by the time he returns home he only has a skeleton left to show of the fish. He goes to bed. While he is asleep the townspeople see the skeleton and mistake it for a shark. The boy comes and is happy to find Santiago asleep in his bed. He brings him coffee and the paper. When Santiago awakens he and the boy agree to become partners again before Santiago falls back asleep and dreams his usual dreams of lions playing on the beach in Africa.

Answer 2

"The Old Man and the Sea" tells the story of an aging fisherman named Santiago who struggles to catch a giant marlin in the Gulf Stream, enduring physical and emotional challenges during his journey. Despite his setbacks, he demonstrates resilience and determination in his battle against the elements, ultimately finding a sense of victory and redemption in his connection with nature.

Answer 3

a boy goes to the sea and he turnes old and he loves the sea