... All great literature has some kind of symbolism, whether is it a metaphor or an allegory. Hemingway uses elements of symbolism throughout the novel. For example, the big fish that the old man spent eighty-seven days trying to catch represents beauty, strength, and the battle everyone eventually faces at some ... or the ideas of the time period that the literature is written although some authors allude to past symbols from very different time periods. For example, if an author was writing in the romantic period (1790-1830) he/she would most likely be writing about or alluding to nature, ...

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... to do in order to keep on going; never giving up takes courage, inner strength, and pride. Santiago's courage helped him succeed in catching the Marlin. For example, he thought, "But thank God, they are not as intelligent as we who kill them; although they are more noble and more able" (63). Santiago's ... before, so when the Marlin came out of the water, his thoughts helped give him courage to continue. He needed not to be afraid though. For example, "...he looked ahead and saw a flight of wild ducks etching themselves against the sky over the water...and he knew no man was ever alone ...

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... or failure. In The Old Man and the Sea, Ernest Hemingway shows how going out too far can lead to success or failure, through Santiago. For example, when Santiago and Manolin are talking, Santiago says he is going far out to catch his big fish (14). This quote shows that Santiago knows he ... then he would have to write a modern novel. Although Santiago knows this is what he must do; however, he sometimes doubts whether it is the right decision. For example while the fish is tied to the skiff and the sharks are eating it Santiago says "I wish it were a dream and that I had never hooked h...

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... . Earnest Hemingway presents a normal father-son relationship in the story "Indian Camp". Hemingway demonstrates a normal relationship between Nick and his father, by showing that they actually do things together. An example occurs when Nick helps his father deliver a baby into the world. Nick basically is just like an intern, whose there just to learn by observing. I also have experienced this type ... when he has one. Hemingway shows a normal relationship between Nick and his father, by showing that the father is responsible for teaching his son about the way of life. An example occurs...

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... River on the other side of the valley represent the fertility of choosing to have to baby. The white hills in the background of the train offer the most significant example of symbolism in this story. Jig's remark at the beginning of the story that the surrounding hills look like white elephants comes across as a normal yet random observation but serves ... , figuratively, the unborn child also brings up the expression "the elephant in the room," a phrase for something evident that nobody wants to consider talking about. Finally, the last example of symbolism Hemingway portrays in this s...

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... at camp, they all drink frequently. Perhaps the thing that says the most about a man is his confidence in the things that he does. This is hard to give an example of because it is an overall tone but can be shone in the way that Wilson defends his use of the car to chase the buffalo "seemed sporting enough ... that is exactly what Ernest Hemingway strived to be. There is a sense of what a man is supposed to be in almost all males, for some it is not the classic example that is portrayed by Wilson but for Hemingway it was and he shaped Wilson as an illustration of that....

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... , and manipulation. Jake, Brett, Romero, and Montoya all like bull-fighting. This is meant to symbolize that these individuals are capable of passion and sex. Hemingway uses Cohn as a prime example of someone who does not like bull-fighting. He writes, "Why do you follow Brett around like a bloody steer? Don't you know you're not wanted," and later ... in Pamplona ended, Jake went to San Sebastian to spend a week by the shore. Hemingway describes what Jake encounters while at the beach, from the people, colors, and actions. For example, Hemingway describes Jake's actions, "Then in the qu...

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... that is straightforward and rarely incorporates adjectives, but his story is loaded with symbolism. "A Clean Well-Lighted Place," is a classic example of Hemingway's style, brief and direct, like something you would read in a news article. A typical example of the author's style is showcased in the following exchange between the younger of the two waiters and the old man, "The ... ...

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... appearance. In the second short story "A Clean, Well-Lighted Place", by Ernest Hemingway. I can't relate to the young waiter he is just self-absorbed. The young waiter is an excellent example of the type of human beings that only think about themselves. Throughout his conversation with the older waiter, the young waiter insults the old deaf man, calling him "a nasty thing ... by a blind person only in the sense of limiting my conversation topics. Therefore in other words you need to be more cautious of what you say to a blind person, for example, "Do you see that?" wouldn't be appropria...

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... a young age. Earnest Hemingway presents a good father -son relationship story Indian Camp. Earnest Hemingway shows a standard relationship between Nick and his father, by revealing the things they do together. One example of this occurs when Nick helps his father deliver a baby. By observing his father he learns and knows what it takes to deliver a healthy baby into this world. Nick is ... . This occurs when the father finds out that the man on the top blank had killed himself. Nick father exact words were, "take Nick out of the shanty, George. An example of this is at the end when Nicks...

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... writers exhibit how fate is inevitably cruel through the actions of their characters, which in reality are partial representations of the writers themselves. In 1926, Ernest Hemingway became an essential example of this type of writing style, and carried with it a theme of detachment; a feeling of a cruel fate that was placed upon him. The combination of this detachment he felt and ... the many tragedies and deaths that they had to endure along the way, that they are not only looking out for themselves, but for everyone around them as well. For example, Rose of Sharon cares only about h...

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... thought these "hard to understand writings would be a temporary phase of literature, but authors such as Ernest Hemingway wrote in such a branding way that this writing style has been a constant example of a powerful literary expression. Hemingway was one of the best users of symbols and images. In the story Hills Like White Elephants, he has hidden symbols behind almost everything in ... his life. This modern characteristic of Hemingway really strengthened his writings to appeal to the reader more emotionally. Hemingway really made his mark in the twentieth century by setting a great e...

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... without any character. She always depended on the American man she was with, who seems to make all the decisions for her. She basically eat out of his hand. For example, she says: "What should we drink? Could we try it?" The girl could not even choose a drink she wanted without asking the American man. There was not a single trace of ... the master commands. Although the girl's behavior and her attitude toward the American man suggest that she was very timid and unconfident in reality this was not the case. For example the girl was very immature and the American man on the other hand se...

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... it as it comes. For instance, when battling the fish, Santiago maintains his mentality of "Come on and kill me. I do not care who kills who- (92). This is one example of how Santiago doesn't show his weakness. Santiago attains yet another attribute of the Hemingway Hero Code. This quality is to play or fight and to do it to the ... with his unique humility, Santiago is also independent and determined. He never gave up. Through all these attributes, it remains safe to say that the old man, Santiago, is a prime example of Hemingway's ideology of a true hero. ...

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... high school instead of attending a big university. Finally he saw many deaths and injuries while serving as an Italian ambulance driver in world war two (Ernest Hemingway, videocassette). Finally an example of the Hemingway hero can be seen in the short story The Snows of Kilimanjaro. The hero of this story, Harry, faced adversity in his loss of his ability to ... code for what a hero should be and followed in all of his stories. This code could be seen as being based on the life that he himself had lived. A prime example of this hero was found in his short story The Snows of Kilimanjar...

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... each night provides Santiago with a link to his younger days, as well as the strength and optimism that are associated with youth. "A man is never lost at sea." is an example of a metaphor used in this novel. A metaphor is a figure of speech in which a word or phrase that ordinarily designates one thing is used to designate another. Hemingway uses metaphors to ... elaborate details and key points through out this book. Another example of a metaphor shown in the novel is the old man's sail. "Patched with flour sacks and, furled, it looked like the flag of permanent defeat" Other fisherme...

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... objective is obtaining the meaning, for if I have not done this, then what have I accomplished? Maybe by saying THE meaning I am being too black and white though. Literature, poetry, for example, can mean so many different things to so many different people, and there should be no room for narrow-mindedness. One must understand that the meaning he or she derives ... that a work can be viewed from. With such a diverse class, different angles were inevitable. Ideology and epistemology were catalysts for the affective forces particular works had on certain people. For example, the poem, "T...

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... the lives of millions away from the world. The ones left after the war were force to deal with the repercussions of battle. The story of Harold Krebs is a prime example of a young man whose life is ruined simply because of his desire to defend his country. The war causes Krebs to change from an outgoing young boy to a harsh, bitter ... she would feel all right about it" (157). The only reason he actually wants to find a job is so that he can ease his mother's worries. This is also a prime example of how Krebs's relationship with his family has been afflicted because of the war. Krebs's ...

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... for the majority of the day. Through the process of his journey the audience becomes familiar with minor struggles Nick faces as he prepares for his day of fishing. For example, Nick's process of pitching his tent and catching fish bait reveal his insecurity with himself and nature because his actions are so concerned with small details. It if as if ... them (155). Hemingway creates an internal struggle through nature to connect the obstacles that one must conquer to be successful and self confident .This can be further interpreted as an example of man's struggle to earn what he receive...

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... are good for little more than reproduction. (Shoemaker) He has hopes, dreams, convictions and beliefes which he strictly follows, but he does not talk about them. This is one great example of the "Hemingway Hero" being a man: "How much did you suffer?" "Plenty," replied the old man." (Ernest Hemingway, "Old Man and The Sea" 126.) This conversation took place after the ... . Hemingway uses most every kind of literary device imaginable in his writing. One major item is the use of understatement (Shoemaker), the quote in the second paragraph is an excellent example as is; "It is very diffic...

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... their relationship will not develop any further than what it has. Brett simply uses men to fulfill her desires but never learns from them, so her life seems meaningless. Another example occurs later in the story when Brett becomes infatuated by a bullfighter named Pedro Romero and gets wrapped up in a passionate affair with him. The two have a brief tryst, but Brett ... ...

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... teenager until he was drafted into the army. After the war ended, he did not want to return to his hometown. When Krebs comes back home, his apathy begins. For example, when he saw the girls in his hometown, he doesn't have any feelings towards them. The author writes about Krebs' opinion: "His town had heard too many atrocity stories ... ...

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... , "Our nada who art in nada"-effectively wiping out both God and the idea of heaven in one sentence. Not everyone is aware of the nothingness, however. For example, the younger waiter hurtles through his life hastily and happily, unaware of any reason why he should lament. For the old man, the older waiter, and the other people who ... ...

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... off a more delightful theme and atmosphere while reading. Finally, he also uses repetition to get his point across distinctly. Hemmingway repeats the young bartender's aggravation and impatience with him. An example of this is when the old bartender said "This is a clean and pleasant café-. It is well lighted. Then later is repeated that statement with him when he said ... ...

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... days. Similar to the story of Jesus Christ, Manolin represents Santiago's disciple, learning many lessons and never leaving his side. One of the strongest messages portrayed is having faith. One example is when Santiago states, "But I must have confidence and I must be worthy of the great DiMaggio who does all things perfectly even with the pain of the bone spur in ... ...

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