The Old Man and the Sea is a novella written by Ernest Hemingway in the year 1951 in (Cuba), and published in 1952. The novel captures the story of an epic struggle between an old, seasoned fisherman and the greatest catch of his life. The novel focuses on how perseverance and dignity can help one battle through struggles in life, and religion helps give strength to persevere and reminds of the cyclical nature of life.