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Quote by John Steinbeck

“I don't need no nice food with ketchup. I'd lay out in the sun and nobody'd hurt me. An' if I foun' a mouse, I could keep it. Nobody'd take it away from me.”

Quote by John Steinbeck

Work

Of Mice and Men

This seminal work by John Steinbeck delves into the profound bond between George, a mentally disabled man, and Lennie, a giant with a childlike temperament. Their journey through the harsh realities of the Depression era highlights the struggle for survival and the elusive nature of happiness. more

Author

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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