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.
Available Editions
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Penguin Books
Published Jan 1, 2002
112 pages
ISBN: 9780142000670
paperback
Penguin Books
Published Jan 1, 2000
144 pages
ISBN: 9780141185101
paperback
Penguin Books Ltd
Published Mar 28, 2005
128 pages
ISBN: 9780140186420
paperback
Penguin Books, Limited
Published Jan 1, 2023
ISBN: 9780241620236
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Details
First Published
1937
Language
eng
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Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck.