Novellerne i "Den lange dal" beskriver livet i den frugtbare Salinas-dal, hvor John Steinbeck selv boede. De fortæller om de isolerede farmere på de afsidesliggende rancher og den tætte kontakt med naturen, der uundgåeligt opstår. Hver novelle bærer på sin egen måde vidnesbyrd om John Steinbecks store indsigt i menneskets natur. "Hver side præges af Steinbecks store kunst og rige menneskelighed." - Niels Kaas Johansen
John Steinbeck
John Steinbeck was an American author known for his realistic and socially conscious novels depicting the struggles of the working class during the Great Depression. His most notable works include "The Grapes of Wrath," which won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 1940, and "Of Mice and Men," a novella exploring the lives of migrant workers in California. Steinbeck's writing style is characterized by its simple language, vivid descriptions, and deep empathy for his characters. He made significant contributions to literature by shining a light on the hardships faced by ordinary people and advocating for social justice. "The Grapes of Wrath" is considered his most famous work and remains a classic of American literature. Steinbeck's impact on the literary genre of social realism is enduring, as his works continue to resonate with readers today.
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