The old man, or Santiago
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The boy, or Manolin
Quote 118
"If you were my boy I’d take you out and gamble," he said. "But you are your father’s and your mother’s and you are in a lucky boat." (1.28)
The notion of "lucky" vs. "unlucky" contrasts the "old" man and the "boy" further.
The old man, or Santiago
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The boy, or Manolin
Quote 119
"Eighty-five is a lucky number," the old man said. "How would you like to see me bring one in that dressed out over a thousand pounds?" (1.52)
The old man’s prediction does eventually come true – before it goes horribly wrong. Does this confirm or reject his claim that eighty-five is lucky?
The old man, or Santiago
Quote 120
"Good luck old man."
"Good luck," the old man said. (2.18-2.19)
The old man and the boy discuss luck just before Santiago leaves for the day, setting an overtone of superstition for the following events.