{"product_id":"student-companion-to-john-steinbeck","title":"Student Companion to John Steinbeck","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis book guides readers through these and other important Steinbeck works, particularly those that are most often taught, including \u003ci\u003eThe Pearl\u003c\/i\u003e (1945), \u003ci\u003eThe Red Pony\u003c\/i\u003e (1933), and significant short fiction. Clear analysis of each work includes discussions of character development, plot and setting, thematic treatment, historical contexts, and alternate critical readings. A biographical chapter, as well as an examination of the author's contributions and career, helps readers gain a sense of Steinbeck the man and his position as one of America's most important writers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSince the publication of \u003ci\u003eTortilla Flat\u003c\/i\u003e in 1935, Steinbeck's treatment of American landscapes and themes has struck a chord with readers. His novels \u003ci\u003eOf Mice and Men\u003c\/i\u003e (1937), \u003ci\u003eThe Grapes of Wrath\u003c\/i\u003e (1939), and \u003ci\u003eCannery Row\u003c\/i\u003e (1945) were instant critical and popular successes. Each went on to become a feature film, which added to Steinbeck's cultural impact. His works have long endured to earn a place in the canon of American Literature. This book guides readers through these and other important Steinbeck works, particularly those that are most often taught, including \u003ci\u003eThe Pearl\u003c\/i\u003e (1945), \u003ci\u003eThe Red Pony\u003c\/i\u003e (1933), and significant short fiction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eClear analysis of each work includes discussions of character development, plot and setting, thematic treatment, historical contexts, and alternate critical readings. A biographical chapter, as well as an examination of the author's contributions and career, helps readers gain a sense of Steinbeck the man and his position as one of America's most important writers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bloomsbury Publishing Plc","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54219516051800,"sku":"9780313314575","price":49.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0278\/1295\/4195\/files\/9780313314575.jpg?v=1751469359","url":"https:\/\/agendabookshop.com\/products\/student-companion-to-john-steinbeck","provider":"Agenda Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}