The Short Novels of John Steinbeck (Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition)
(Autor) John SteinbeckA Penguin Classics Deluxe Edition of Steinbeck's brilliant short novels Collected here for the first time in a deluxe paperback volume are six of John Steinbeck's most widely read and beloved novels. From the tale of commitment, loneliness and hope in Of Mice and Men, to the tough yet charming portrait of people on the margins of society in Cannery Row, to The Pearl's examination of the fallacy of the American dream, Steinbeck stories of realism, that were imbued with energy and resilience. For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as up-to-date translations by award-winning translators.
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.