The Old Man and the Sea
What three things does he dream of when he finally falls asleep on the third night and what might each topic represent?
Pages 51-81 only
Pages 51-81 only
Santiago dreams of Africa, where he traveled as a shipmate in his youth. This represents his youth full of strength and vigor.
He dreamed lions on the beach. Again a symbol of strength and virility.
He dreamed of arm wrestling a great Negro in Cuba. Again this represents strength, youth and vitality.