The Old Man Of The Sea Review

: Today, the phrase is a metaphor for a lingering burden or a "bore" that one cannot easily shake off. 2. Greek Mythology

: The man begs Sinbad to carry him across a stream. The Old Man of the Sea

: Once Sinbad lifts him, the "Old Man" locks his powerful, snake-like legs around Sinbad's neck and refuses to let go. : Today, the phrase is a metaphor for

: Sinbad eventually rids himself of the burden by making the Old Man drunk on fermented grapes, causing him to loosen his grip. the "Old Man" locks his powerful