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“I know, Ma. I'm a-tryin'. But them deputies- Did you ever see a deputy that didn't have a fat ass? An' they waggle their ass an' flop their gun aroun'. Ma", he said, "if it was the law they was workin' with, why we could take it. But it ain't the law. They're a-working away at our spirits. They're a-tryin' to make us cringe an' crawl like a whipped bitch. They're tryin' to break us. Why, Jesus Christ, Ma, they comes a time when the on'y way a fella can keep his decency is by takin' a sock at a cop. They're working on our decency".”

Quote by John Steinbeck

Book:The Grapes of Wrath
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The Grapes of Wrath

John Steinbeck's 'The Grapes of Wrath' is a profound narrative that delves into the struggles of a family displaced by the Dust Bowl and their arduous trek to California in search of a better life. The novel vividly portrays the resilience and suffering of the Joad family, highlighting the systemic issues of the time, including poverty, racism, and the exploitation of the working class. more

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John Steinbeck
John Steinbeck

John Steinbeck was an American author renowned for his profound depiction of American society and the lives of farmers. His works often explore themes of poverty, social injustice, and human nature. Steinbeck was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1962 for his significant contribution to American literature. more

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Book:معالم في الطريق
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Book:The age of reason
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