Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck
1937    187pgs

Along with The Grapes of Wrath, Of Mice and Men is considered one of the best books by John Steinbeck.  A very short story, one could finish this book in a few hours.  The story is simple and to the point.  Also, in classic Steinbeck, it takes place near his hometown of Salinas, California during the Great Depression.

It deals deeply with what people felt and were desired at that time which he was very familiar with since John Steinbeck was also one of those individuals trying to survive and looking for work where ever it was available.

Isolation and loneliness are the main themes.   The dreams of better days in the future that for millions in the United States would never come true until after the New Deal and World War II would bring America out of the Great Depression.

Naturally, being a Steinbeck fan, I would recommend this novel for an easy and quick read.

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