Bookish

“ The old man and the sea “ by Ernest Hemingway is one of the classics of modern time. Written in a simple and experimental narrative, this novel is a testimony for human endurance, battle over age, animal instinct, mutual respect, never say die attitude, compassion, survival of the fittest etc. between the old man, the sea and the giant fish who is his     ‘ catch’. It’s also a story of compassion, companionship, tools and tackles, training the next sailor, dreams, achievements, being proud , when it comes to the relationship between the old man and his young companion It’s a sort of, attaining nirvana by perfection, mastering technique and mental toughness over a lifetime by constantly pushing ones own limits in every expedition the man takes to the sea ...this is a metaphor here. If the fish is the purpose, it’s also an obstacle and sometimes it’s the ‘ guru’ which teaches patience and technique. This novel can sound differently for different people , read duri...

This novel is about modesty of a woman,  which her brothers try to uphold ! Written by one of the most celebrated, respected and followed authors of our times. Gabriel garcia Marquez” reveals in the beginning itself, what is the plot but , goes on to make the read much more interesting. That’s his strength!  This is a tragedy of Misconception , misinterpretation and escapism , in the name of upholding the respect of a woman by vicario brothers ( for their sister in this novella ).  Any piece of literature is best told and read in one’s language , but, reading this in English instead of Spanish is nothing short of celebration!