Of Mice and Men

"Of Mice and Men" is a novella written by John Steinbeck and published in 1937. Set during the Great Depression, it tells the story of two migrant ranch workers, George and Lennie, as they travel together seeking work in California. Lennie is mentally disabled but has immense physical strength, while George is a sharp-witted and practical man who looks after him. The two dream of one day owning their own piece of land and living off the fat of the land, but their plans are constantly thwarted by their circumstances and the cruel realities of their world. The novella explores themes of loneliness, isolation, the struggle for survival, and the elusive nature of the American Dream. Steinbeck's simple yet powerful prose and vivid characters make "Of Mice and Men" a timeless classic of American literature.