Description
In a quiet coastal town, the unexpected arrival of an invading army shatters the peace, quickly establishing military rule. As the occupation deepens and winter descends, the resilience of the townspeople is tested, leading to acts of defiance against the occupying forces. This powerful narrative explores the enduring spirit of freedom in the face of oppression, questioning the true cost of war and the impossibility of breaking a people's will. Steinbeck masterfully crafts a story of quiet resistance and the profound human desire for liberty.
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paperback
Penguin Books Ltd
Published Nov 30, 2000
144 pages
ISBN: 9780141185538
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Details
First Published
1942
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for The Moon Is Down by John Steinbeck.