Of Mice and Men is a novel written by John Steinbeck and published in 1937. The novel is set during the Great Depression era in California and follows the lives of two migrant workers, George Milton and Lennie Small, who are searching for work on ranches. The novel explores themes of loneliness, isolation, the American Dream, and the harsh realities of life during the Great Depression. Steinbeck's portrayal of the struggles of the main characters reveals the harsh truths of the society they live in and the struggles that they face in their daily lives. Through the story of George and Lennie, Steinbeck demonstrates the isolation and loneliness that results from a society that is heavily focused on individualism and material success.
Thesis statement: John Steinbeck's Of Mice and Men reveals the harsh realities of life during the Great Depression, exposing the struggles of individuals in a society that values material success over compassion and human connection, as seen through the experiences of the main characters George and Lennie.