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Abstract

Key Words

Introduction

I. Introduction to the background

II. The Symbolism in the Works

A, The definition of Symbolism

B. Major Symbols in The Old Man and the Sea

1. The Old Man

2. The Boy

3. The Sea.

4. The Shark

5. The Marlin

6. Other Symbolical Factors

III. . Hemingway’s Philosophy of Life Reflected by the Symbols in The Old Man and the Sea

A. Hemingway’s Philosophy of Life Reflected in The Old Man and the Sea

B. Hemingway’s Attitude towards the Society Reflected through the Symbol of the sea

C. Hemingway’s Attitude towards the Enemy Reflected through the Symbol of the Shark

D. Hemingway’s Attitude towards the Achievements Reflected through the Symbol of the Marlin.

Conclusion

Acknowledgements

Notes

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