This phrase is from Ernest Hemingway's fictional novel The Old Man and the Sea. ... In this novel Hemingway uses symbols, metaphors and imagery to give emphasis to detail and the main points in the story. Ernest Hemingway's novel The Old Man and the Sea uses literary devices to make it a marvelous read and an outstanding piece of literature. ... Hemingway uses metaphors to elaborate details and key points through out this book. ... In this novel Hemingway uses symbols, metaphors and imagery to give emphasis to detail and main points. ...

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An example of great literature is, "The Old Man and the Sea," by Ernest Hemingway. Hemingway encompasses all of the qualities of great literature and uses them to tell a simple, yet very effective story of a man's fishing journey. ... Hemingway uses elements of symbolism throughout the novel. ... Hemingway conveys themes of the strength of a friendship, the ability to persevere, and how pride can push someone to greatness. Santiago yells, "I wish I had the boy," while he was struggling with the marlin, (Hemingway 45). ...

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Mario Vargas Llosa's essay "Why Literature?" raises several interesting points. He emphasizes the important place literature holds in our society and the ability it has to initiate change. He also states that literature must be radical, rebellious, and extreme to be considered great, and that only t...

• Word Count: 897
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• Grade Level: High School