The Old Man and the Sea

Comment on the motif of the boy.

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Manolin, the "boy", represented companionship and family for Santiago. Santiago has taught Manolin all he knows, and he depends on his companionship...... while out in the boat, Santiago repeatedly notes that he wishes Manolin was with him.

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The Old man and the Sea