The Lions' Dream, sea creatures, and DiMaggio are fluid symbols throughout the story. The major theme, having pride even if there is no success, strongly corresponds to the life message. Minor themes, such as the relationship between man and nature, the circle of nature and what it fully means to be a man, also provide support for this. These words that came from Ernest Hemingway's mind on these pages and formed this story have been read by thousands of people. Each of these thousands of readers has most likely been exposed to millions of perspectives on life. This very classic novel is one of millions and has stood the test of time by connecting with its readers on a fundamental and deep level of the meaning of