Description

In the dust-swept landscape of California's Salinas Valley during the Great Depression, two migrant ranch workers, George and his simple-minded friend Lennie, cling to each other and a shared dream of owning their own farm. Their bond is a fragile sanctuary against a world of loneliness, prejudice, and harsh realities. As they navigate the challenges of itinerant labor and encounter a cast of unforgettable characters, their hopes for a better future are tested by circumstance and the inherent cruelty of their environment. John Steinbeck masterfully crafts a poignant narrative exploring themes of friendship, the elusive nature of the American Dream, and the profound responsibility we have for one another.

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Penguin Books

Published Jan 1, 2002

112 pages

ISBN: 9780142000670

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Penguin Books

Published Jan 1, 2000

144 pages

ISBN: 9780141185101

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Penguin Books Ltd

Published Mar 28, 2005

128 pages

ISBN: 9780140186420

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Penguin Books, Limited

Published Jan 1, 2023

ISBN: 9780241620236

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Details

First Published

1937

Language

eng

Content Warnings

Content and trigger warnings for Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck.

Violence
Death/Grief
Abuse