The skeleton of the marlin implies the
In The Old Man and the Sea, the skeleton of the marlin symbolises the futility of human struggle. Santiago's heroic battle to catch the fish and his ultimate defeat by the sharks demonstrate the fleeting nature of success and the inevitability of loss, despite one's best efforts. The marlin's skeleton, once beautiful and strong, now remains a symbol of Santiago's failed attempt to preserve his victory.
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