The Red Pony
Description
On his father's sprawling California ranch, young Jody Tiflin experiences the transformative power of responsibility and love when he receives a red pony and the promise of a future colt. What begins as pure joy and wonder quickly becomes a poignant journey through loss and heartbreak, as Jody confronts the harsh realities of life and death in the natural world. Through his bond with these animals, Jody undergoes a profound coming-of-age, learning that adulthood demands both courage and acceptance of life's inevitable sorrows. Steinbeck's masterful novella captures the bittersweet passage from childhood innocence to mature understanding with lyrical prose and unforgettable emotional depth. This timeless tale remains a powerful meditation on growth, loss, and the painful beauty of becoming an adult.
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paperback
Penguin UK
Published Mar 3, 2011
115 pages
ISBN: 9780141962825
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First Published
2011
Language
en
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