Old Man at Sea

The Old Man and The Sea The Old Man and The Sea is about Santiago, an old fisherman who works alone in a small skiff in the Guld Stream. He has recently had bad luck, he hasn't caught a fish for eighty four days. For the first forty days, a young boy named Manolin, had been with him. The boys parents then forbid him from accompanying Santiago, who Manolin's parents say has become "Salao" which …

…the book because although Santiago is old he did not accept defeat. He was determined to never give in and continue to try to catch a fish even though he had a streak of bad luck. Also I liked the way Manolin stays with Santiago even though he is unlucky. He treats Santiago as thought he were his father or even his hero. In the end you should follow your dream and accomplish your goals.