The Old Man and the Sea is a timeless novella by Ernest Hemingway that tells the story of Santiago, an aging Cuban fisherman who embarks on an epic struggle to catch a giant marlin after a long streak of bad luck. Battling the sea, the elements, and his own limitations, Santiago’s journey becomes a profound meditation on courage, endurance, and the human spirit. With its simple yet powerful prose, this Pulitzer Prize-winning work is a poignant exploration of man’s place in nature and the dignity of perseverance.