Abstract:The Old Man and the Sea is the best-known novella of American writer Ernest Hemingway，which won him the Nobel Price in 1945. 

Hemingway successfully created a Cuban fisherman, Santiago, who had many distinctive characters. Santiago impressed the audience with his endurance, optimism and confidence. He never gives up his pride and dignity as a man. 

His character has always been a great inspiration to the audience.

Key Words: The Old Man and the Sea; Santiago; character; Inspiration

Contents

摘要

Abstract

IntroductionI

1. A Man of Confidence.7

2. A Man of Endurance9

3. A Man of Optimism10

4. A Man of honor.12

Conclusion.13

Works Cited14

Bibliography.15

Acknowledgments16