Symbolism in Ernest Hemingway＇s The Old Man and the Sea

Introduction： InThe Old Man and the Sea, Hemingway uses symbolism to portray the traits of the main characters in his stories. Many symbols are used to enable the reader to have a better look ond an easier understanding of what the book is about. The use of symbolism in his books provides deeper meaning like a lesson. Overall, Hemingway tends to place symbols, reader to look deeper into the obvious plot of the play.