Santiago as a Hemmingway Code Hero in Hemingway's "The Old Man and The Sea"

        Ernest Hemingway had a specific type of character in each and every one of his works of literature. These characters were called the Hemingway Code Heroes. Hemingway Code Heros followed a strict code of behaviors which allowed them to live their life to the fullest. These Heros lived simple lives without all the luxuries that others had. They concentrate on the problem at hand and do not get swayed by outside events. Avoiding intense personal …

…get it as far as the side of the boat.         The Old Man And The Sea portrays Hemingway Code Heros to their fullest potential. As Heros they try their hardest to persevere under pressure and achieve the goal in front of them. They show the characteristics of a stoic, working hard in the hardest of situations. Hemingway Code Heros are very rare in real life, but in fiction they survive, setting good examples for all.