The Old Man and the Sea characters
Santiago is an old man who is an avid fisherman. He has lost his young energy, and now he has spent eighty-four days without any catch. Surrounding people begin despising him, but there is one boy Manolin who encourages Santiago to go fishing. The old man decides to make the final haul on a huge...
A young boy is almost the only one who respects old Santiago. Manolin is a devoted apprentice, and he is eager to go fishing just as his mentor did. Because of Santiago’s lack of luck, the boy’s parents make Manolin visit another fishing boat. However, a kind boy is loyal to Santiago...
The character of Marlin has lots of symbolic meanings because for most of the unfolding plot readers stay with Santiago and his hooked fish. The Marlin symbolizes energy, strengths, persistence. These are the same traits which characterize the old man. The fish does not give up just as well as...
The Sea is another symbol which creates a significant part of the whole setting and mood. Most of the plot is unfolding on the sea where Santiago struggles with the Marlin. The water depicts the man’s inner feelings. For example, when sharks surround the boat, the Sea seems violet, and it is...