The Old Man And The Sea

The Old Man And The Sea

$20.00 AUD

Availability: in stock at our Tullamarine warehouse

Condition: SECONDHAND

This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.

Author: Ernest Hemingway
Binding: Hardback
Published: Jonathan Cape, 1973

Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Ink marks on rear end paper. No loose pages.

Ernest Hemingway's The Old Man And The Sea chronicles the epic struggle of Santiago, an aging Cuban fisherman, as he ventures into the Gulf Stream for his greatest catch. This poignant novella illustrates the profound connection between man and nature, presenting a powerful narrative of perseverance against overwhelming odds. The prose is spare yet deeply resonant, capturing the stoic dignity of its protagonist and the brutal beauty of the sea. It argues for the enduring spirit of humanity, even in the face of defeat, making it a timeless meditation on courage and the cycle of life.

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Description

Author: Ernest Hemingway
Binding: Hardback
Published: Jonathan Cape, 1973

Condition:
Book: Fair
Jacket: Wear and tear
Pages: Tanning and foxing
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Ink marks on rear end paper. No loose pages.

Ernest Hemingway's The Old Man And The Sea chronicles the epic struggle of Santiago, an aging Cuban fisherman, as he ventures into the Gulf Stream for his greatest catch. This poignant novella illustrates the profound connection between man and nature, presenting a powerful narrative of perseverance against overwhelming odds. The prose is spare yet deeply resonant, capturing the stoic dignity of its protagonist and the brutal beauty of the sea. It argues for the enduring spirit of humanity, even in the face of defeat, making it a timeless meditation on courage and the cycle of life.