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In Dubious Battle

In Dubious Battle is a novel by John Steinbeck, set in the 1930s in California's apple country. The story follows two labor organizers, Jim Nolan and Mac, as they attempt to unionize migrant workers and lead a strike against oppressive growers. The narrative explores themes of social justice, the ethics of collective action, and the personal costs of political commitment. The title itself alludes to John Milton's Paradise Lost, suggesting a struggle that is both earthly and cosmic in its implications. The book is known for its gritty realism and its unflinching portrayal of the harsh conditions faced by itinerant laborers during the Depression era. 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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