OF MICE AND MEN

Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck is a poignant novella that explores the lives of two displaced migrant workers, George and Lennie, during the Great Depression. The two men share a dream of owning a piece of land, but their hopes are challenged by the harsh realities of the world around them. Lennie, who has a disability, inadvertently causes trouble, and George must protect him from the consequences of their actions. Themes of friendship, loneliness, and the pursuit of the American Dream are central to the story, which examines the struggles of marginalized individuals in a difficult, unforgiving society.