Drifters in search of work George and his simple-minded friend Lennie have nothing in the
world except each other - and a dream. A dream that one day they will have some land of their
own. Eventually they find work on a ranch but their hopes are doomed as Lennie - struggling
against extreme cruelty misunderstanding and jealousy - becomes a victim of his own strength.
Tackling universal themes friendship and a shared vision and giving a voice to America's
lonely and dispossesed Of Mice and Men remains Steinbeck's most popular work. A student reader
edition of John Steinbeck's iconic novel with an introduction and study notes by Dr. Barbara
Heavilin and an annotation-friendly setting.
