Why did Steinbeck described the scenery in Of Mice and Men so vividly?

Answer 1

Steinbeck spent some time working on a ranch so he picked up what the surroundings were like and how the people working there spoke. Steinbeck writes very vividly to give the reader a full sense of engagement! He wants to fully inform the user.

Answer 2

Steinbeck described the scenery vividly in "Of Mice and Men" to set the tone of the story, reflect the characters' emotions, and mirror the themes of loneliness, despair, and the beauty of the natural world. The vivid descriptions help immerse readers into the setting and enhance the overall storytelling.