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The Old Man and the Sea


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Ratings
Book
359
Narrator
53
Release Date
May 1, 2006
Duration
2 hours 30 minutes
Summary
2007 Audie Award Finalist for Solo Narration—Male

*Winner of the Pulitzer Prize*
“A beautiful tale, awash in the seasalt and sweat, bait and beer of the Havana coast. It tells a fundamental human truth: in a volatile world, from our first breath to our last wish, through triumphs and pitfalls both trivial and profound, what sustains us, ultimately, is hope.” —The Guardian

The last of his novels Ernest Hemingway saw published, The Old Man and the Sea has proved itself to be one of the most enduring works of American fiction. The story of a down-on-his-luck Cuban fisherman and his supreme ordeal—a relentless, agonizing battle with a giant marlin far out in the Gulf Stream—has been cherished by generations of readers.

Hemingway takes the timeless themes of courage in the face of adversity and personal triumph won from loss and transforms them into a magnificent twentieth-century classic. First published in 1952, this hugely popular tale confirmed his power and presence in the literary world and played a large part in his winning the 1954 Nobel Prize in Literature.
Reviews
Profile Avatar Evelyn C. May 2021

Loved this reading done so well by Donald Sutherland, whose voice and pace was perfect for the story. Great dialogue and thoughts and relationship by the fisherman and the boy.

Profile Avatar Hannah T. Jan 2021

Great listen for going on walks outside.

Profile Avatar Caroline Nov 2024

Really enjoyed the narration it made it more dramatic. I can still hear the words in my head.

Profile Avatar ed read Oct 2024

Well worth the visit.

Profile Avatar Joseph P. Jun 2024

Best old man and the sea narrator

Profile Avatar Gary Baldwin Mar 2024

amazing book and a great story of perseverance

Profile Avatar Amir R. Oct 2023

It is one of the best books I have read. Looking at this book still reminds me of my childhood. It's great that I found the audio sample.

Profile Avatar Bruce R. Jun 2023

Moved to tears. His best work and that's saying something.

Profile Avatar Tim S. Mar 2023

Great story, of course it was well written. I may have seen too much of myself in the old man.

Profile Avatar Harry H. Apr 2021

Another Hemingway slow read with missing ending... reminds me of The Sun Also Rises. Guess I will give up on him. Sutherlund was a delightful surprise.

Profile Avatar Scott C. Jan 2021

Such an excellent book. No wonder it’s such a classic. Well narrated by Mr. Sutherland.

Profile Avatar Brandy D. Sep 2020

Donald Sutherland was a nice familiar voice on this book. The story is amazing, heartfelt, and hits home for those of us who have a soft spot for our elders and the old ways. Finished it quickly and mostly in one sitting.

Profile Avatar Gary W. Oct 2019

We really enjoyed these few days with an old fisherman. Such a vivid description of the physical adventure, and also the amusing, insightful rollercoaster of an old man's thoughts. Well read by Donald Sutherland.

Profile Avatar Sarel R Jul 2017

Obviously an hour magnificent book. I loved the way Hemingway toyed with hidden meanings and truths about life.

Profile Avatar Gerhard Marx Mar 2017

I very much enjoyed this book. It is one of those that one can go back to many times and get a new insight each time.

Profile Avatar James Gurule Feb 2017

I loved this book! It is as much a story about an old man and a boy as it is about his battle with a fish. Donald Sutherland's narration was just as I imagine the character was intended to be, simple and unflappable. Highly recommend!

Profile Avatar Nick Munn Oct 2016

A great story, but a boring narrative.

Profile Avatar Edward Kittrell Apr 2016

I absolutely loved this book. There were moments in it that made me feel like I was there in the boat watching the turmoil. It was a good mental absorption for me.

The Old Man and the Sea

The Old Man and the Sea

Author: Ernest Hemingway
Read by: Donald Sutherland
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