John Steinbeck

John Steinbeck was a fruit picker, a salesclerk, a farm laborer, and a factory worker before he started his writing career.

Steinbeck lost support of liberal intellectuals due to his perceived shift towards conservative politics and criticism of the Soviet Union. His sympathetic portrayals of working-class struggles in "The Grapes of Wrath" were overshadowed by his later works like "The Winter of Our Discontent," which were seen as promoting individualism over social change.

Similarity: Both are nurturing parents. For example, when Coyotito got stung, Juana makes a poultice of herbs to stop the swelling while Kino smashes the scorpion because it bit Coyotitto.

Differences: Kino thinks the pearl represents all good things but Juana thinks its evil

When Kino went to sell his pearl, he encountered corruption and greed among the pearl buyers who conspired to offer him a lower price than the pearl's worth. Kino refused to accept their low offers, resulting in increased tension and eventually leading to a violent confrontation in which Kino killed a man in self-defense. This event set off a series of tragic events that ultimately led to the loss of Kino's family and the destruction of his dreams.

After killing the man who tried to steal his pearl, Kino felt remorseful and realized the consequences of his actions. He decided to flee with his family to escape the violence that had been sparked by the pearl.

John Steinbeck's ashes are buried in the Hamilton family plot in the Garden of Memories cemetery in Salinas, CA, Steinbeck's home town. Part of his ashes were distributed off Point Lobos, central coast of CA.

George tells Slim the truth because he senses that Slim is trustworthy and understanding of his situation. Slim's empathy and insight into human nature make George feel comfortable enough to open up about his past and current struggles, whereas he has typically been cautious with other men who may not be as compassionate or understanding.

In Chapter One of "Of Mice and Men," John Steinbeck presents George as protective and caring towards Lennie, his companion. He is also shown to be quick-witted and resourceful, taking charge of their situation as they travel and search for work. Steinbeck establishes George as the leader in their duo, guiding and looking out for Lennie despite his frustrations.

Pigasus. Pigasis is a flying pig and a play on the word Pegasus, which was a flying horse.

Steinbeck often signed his letters with "Ad astra per alia," which means "to the stars on the wings of a pig."

John Steinbeck's writing is highly regarded for its vivid depiction of ordinary people facing universal themes such as struggle, injustice, and resilience. His use of rich detail, authentic dialogue, and deep emotional resonance help bring his characters and settings to life, creating a powerful and enduring impact on readers.

Slim reassures George that killing Lennie was the right thing to do. If Curley found him, he would shoot him in the guts, which is a painful and slow way to die. George let him die happily, when he was thinking of "the dream." He shoots him right in the back of the head, causing no unnecessary pain.

By giving the novel's last lines to Carlson, Steinbeck highlights the theme of loneliness and isolation. Carlson's final act of killing Candy's dog shows the cycle of life on the ranch and the lack of emotional connection among the workers. It emphasizes the harsh reality of the characters' lives and the inevitability of isolation in their world.

Kino and Juana's attention is suddenly drawn to a deadly scorpion descending one of the ropes supporting Coyotito's hanging box. The scorpion brings to Kino's mind the song of evil, brought by any enemy of the family, and as the scorpion draws closer to the happily gurgling infant Juana begins to recite both pagan and Christian prayers of protection. Kino slowly approaches the deadly creature but Coyotito's laughter causes the rope to shake and the scorpion falls onto the boys' shoulder. The scorpion stings Coyotito before Kino can pull it away and stamp it to death on the earth floor.

Curley's wife feels lonely in the novel "Of Mice and Men" by John Steinbeck because she is the only woman on the ranch and is isolated from the other men due to her gender. She also lacks emotional connection with her husband, Curley, who is controlling and neglectful towards her. Additionally, her dreams of becoming a Hollywood actress have not materialized, adding to her sense of isolation and unfulfilled desires.

John Steinbeck worked as a farm laborer in the summers of 1928 and 1929, where he gained inspiration for his novels "Of Mice and Men" and "The Grapes of Wrath." This experience provided him with firsthand knowledge of the struggles faced by migrant workers during the Great Depression.

1. Wang Lung marries O-Lan and starts his farming journey.
2. Wang Lung buys land from the House of Hwang and expands his wealth.
3. Wang Lung's family struggles during a famine, forcing them to move south.
4. O-Lan gives birth to three sons and a daughter.
5. Wang Lung becomes wealthy and corrupted by power and wealth.
6. Wang Lung acquires a concubine, Lotus, leading to family conflict.
7. The family experiences social unrest during revolutions in China.
8. O-Lan passes away, leading to a decline in Wang Lung's health and fortune.
9. Wang Lung faces challenges with his children's relationships and behavior.
10. Wang Lung reconciles with his past and his connection to the land in his old age.

"The Pearl" by John Steinbeck tells the story of a poor diver named Kino who finds a valuable pearl that brings misfortune to his family as they become the target of greed and violence. The phrase "misfortune of the pearl" refers to how the pearl, initially seen as a symbol of hope and prosperity, ultimately leads to tragedy and destruction for Kino and his loved ones.

Major events are significant occurrences or incidents that have a widespread impact on a large number of people. These events can be political, social, cultural, economic, or related to disasters and can shape the course of history.

In "The Pearl" by John Steinbeck, the various items that Kino desires include a rifle, a harpoon, a wedding for him and his wife Juana, and improvements to their home and lifestyle. Ultimately, Kino's main desire is for his son Coyotito to receive an education and have a better future.

Steinbeck believed that a writer's main job is to bring truth to the reader, to make them see and feel the world through the writer's eyes. He felt that writers should connect with readers on a deep emotional level and provoke thought and contemplation about the human condition.

she could have become an actress in Hollywood

Of Mice and Men takes place during the Great Depression. Since work was scarce, they had to move about to find it. However, they had to move more often than one would suspect because Lennie gets in trouble by scaring women. When he touches a woman's red dress in Weed, she runs away screaming, which implies that she was afraid he was going to rape her.

Some major events of 1912 include the sinking of the Titanic in April, the establishment of New Mexico and Arizona as states in February, Woodrow Wilson winning the U.S. presidential election in November, and the founding of Paramount Pictures in May.

Some major events in the 2000s (noughties) include the September 11 terrorist attacks in 2001, the invasion of Iraq in 2003, Hurricane Katrina in 2005, the global financial crisis in 2008, and the election of Barack Obama as the first African American President of the United States in 2008.