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The Grapes of Wrath

John Steinbeck. Auteur

306 pages. Temps de lecture estimé 3h49min.
"The Grapes of Wrath" by John Steinbeck is a powerful and evocative novel that captures the struggles of the Joad family, displaced by the Dust Bowl and economic hardship during the Great Depression. Set against the backdrop of the American Midwest, the story follows Tom Joad and his family as they journey westward in search of a better life in California. As the Joads face the harsh realities of poverty, exploitation, and social injustice, Steinbeck paints a vivid portrait of the impact of economic hardship on ordinary people. The novel explores themes of resilience, solidarity, and the human spirit's ability to endure in the face of adversity. Steinbeck's prose is both poetic and gritty, providing a poignant commentary on the plight of the working class during a tumultuous period in American history. "The Grapes of Wrath" stands as a classic of American literature, offering a timeless exploration of the human condition and a critique of the socio-economic forces that shape lives.

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