As summer leaves and autumn comes mud is splashed over everything and covers the bright beauty of it all. ... This is ironic because seven thousand is usually thought of as a lot; however, Hemingway wants readers to understand this is small compared to the large number killed in battle. Hemingway presents his view of life during a time of turmoil. Answers to this turmoil can be found in nature because Hemingway compares and symbolizes everything to objects in nature. ... This allegory is in contrast with the simplicity of the diction and syntax; however, this is what brings unity to Hemingwa...

• Word Count: 395
• Approx Pages: 2
• Grade Level: High School

As the seasons change in the beginning of the story, so does the weather that brings about the autumn and winter months. ... Hemingway's use of words during the exposition describe how the soldiers are strapped down with guns and ammo and how they look like they are six months pregnant. There are good visual images brought to life by Hemingway's unique choice of words. ... Hemingway moved through the plot elements of this story using different themes that blended the story well suggesting that war, love and loss is only temporary. ...

• Word Count: 1000
• Approx Pages: 4
• Grade Level: High School

On the outside, "The Old Man and the Sea" by Ernest Hemingway appears to be just another fish story. Underneath the fish, however, lies a much deeper meaning. It is a story about an old man searching for purpose in the autumn of his life. It is a story about a battle between a noble character and a ...

• Word Count: 925
• Approx Pages: 4
• Grade Level: High School