Who won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1954 for his influence on the modern style of narration, notably with works like “The Old Man and the Sea”?

Ernest Hemingway

Ernest Hemingway was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1954, not only for his profound influence on the narrative style of the 20th century but also for the way he captured the spirit of his era through works such as "The Old Man and the Sea." What sets Hemingway apart is his streamlined and direct writing style, often described as the "iceberg theory": the depth of the story isn't evident on the surface of the text but is instead implied. The Nobel recognition underscored his ability to convey powerful human truths in a concise and poignant manner, influencing generations of writers. His contribution to literature is all the more remarkable as it reshaped the literary landscape, proving that emotional and narrative complexity can be achieved with deceptive simplicity.