The Old Man and the Sea

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CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, Nov 12, 2014 - Fiction - 76 pages
The Old Man and the Sea by Ernest Hemingway.The fantastic novel that made a record in the history of literature with millions of copies sold out in the initial week of release is one of the most read literary pieces under the belt of the literary genius and Noble laureate Ernest Hemingway.A in-genuine tale of an ageing fisherman who took up a dangerous challenge to surge the water when it was storm roaring over it. The Old Man and the Sea is one mystic tale of frantic adventure of an old man who was determined to get back his lost respect and status in the society of which he was a part.INTRODUCTIONTo start with this great literary piece of fiction, that holds a specific position in the world and history of literature, we must know what he (Ernest Hemingway) said about this work that was his last major creation. After completing the draft of 'The Old Man and The Sea' in about eight weeks he said" the best I can write ever for all of my life" (Source Wikipedia: Ernest Hemingway). This book, certainly, hold some grip to this day. 'The Old Man and The Sea' was not only that won Ernest the Pulitzer Prize in May, 1953 it was also a major influence to win him Noble Prize in Literature in 1954. It was cited specifically by the Nobel Committee (Literature) when awarding Noble Prize to Ernest Hemingway. Commercial Success of 'The Old Man and The Sea'When published in the Life magazine on September 1, 1952 the sales peaked to 5 million copies in just two days. And in book form the first edition print run was 50,000.The book was one of the most important commercial successes of the time. It continues to earn foreign royalties to this day. It has been inducted in academic studies in many academic institutions all around the world.

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