Hemingway, Ernest: 1899 - 1961
The Old Man and the Sea, 1952 - Language/Style
- English Language Level: Moderate
- Simple Language – Hemingway uses short, clear sentences and everyday words.
Challenging Concepts – The story explores deep ideas like struggle, pride, and human existence, which require thoughtful interpretation.
Specialized Vocabulary – Fishing terms, sea-related words, and cultural references may be new to readers.
Style – Hemingway's repetition, understatement, and indirect expression can make meaning harder to grasp.
- Simple Language – Hemingway uses short, clear sentences and everyday words.
- Even though the text is grammatically simple, understanding all the meaning, symbolism, and context adds difficulty.