The Old Man and the Sea by Ernest Hemingway

Title: The Old Man and the Sea

Reader: Katherine, Grade 7

Rating: 4 Stars

Ernest Hemingway's The Old Man and the Sea is a truly inspiring tale about perseverance in the most ruthless situations. An old man and a young boy are both baseball-loving fishermen and long-time friends. Having been down on his luck the old man no longer fishes with the boy due to the boy's mother's disapproval. One day as the old man goes out he may find the great fish he’s been looking for. Through the rough conditions and memories the old man brings to the mind will he be able to capture such a great fish?  I would rate this book out of 5 stars a 4. I enjoyed the depth of it and the picture painting vocabulary. Hemingway does a fantastic job of encouraging the imagination to set the scenery for oneself. This book teaches a story of perseverance we all could benefit from though it’s not for the faint of heart. This book is definitely a more difficult read, great for those seeking a challenge. At times it may make you feel as though the book is dragging on.  This book is one you may not entirely enjoy if you are looking for an easier read.