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Binding: Hardcover
Dewey Decimal Number: 813.52
EAN: 9780679420408
ISBN: 0679420401
Label: Everyman's Library
Manufacturer: Everyman's Library
Number Of Items: 1
Number Of Pages: 608
Publication Date: March 09, 1993
Publisher: Everyman's Library
Release Date: March 09, 1993
Studio: Everyman's Library

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Editorial Review:

Product Description:
Forced from their home, the Joad family is lured to California to find work; instead they find disillusionment, exploitation, and hunger.




Rating: - Great Transaction!
Great transacation. I received my purchase quickly and in very good condition. I would highly recommend this seller to everyone.

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Rating: - An uplifting story
The Grapes of Wrath tells the story of one family's journey from the impoverished state of Oklahoma to the promised land of California. Having lost their land to creditors and pressed to vacate, the Joads watch helplessly as land held by their family for repeated generations is unceremoniously uprooted and industrialized. With little left to their name, the dispossessed Joads set off on a westward journey in search of a better life. On the road they are joined by many thousands making the same trek, ... Read More

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Rating: - Get ready to relive these times soon!
The second Steinbeck book that I've read as an adult, and probably one of the best books I've ever read. I had no idea California was so messed up until I read it. Unlike some modern readers who may complain about the alternating chapters, one dealing with plot and the other with seemingly irrelevant information, I thought that they added a lot to the book and gave it the feeling that there was more to it than just the story of one family. Everyone needs to read this book. The movie's also great, ... Read More

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Rating: - Take in the magic of Steinbeck's writing
One of my favorite books is East of Eden, I also loved Of Mice & Men. I'd never read Grapes of Wrath for school, like most people, I figured it was about time. Having high hopes, I was a little disappointed. I did not like it nearly as the other Steinbeck's I'd read. But, still the overall work makes an amazing piece of history, fiction and memorable tale. Personally, I think it's highly relevent at this period in time with what our country is going through.

Mainly, this book was a little ... Read More

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Rating: - A handsome edition
This edition is a nice way to add The Grapes of Wrath to your collection. The book itself is a must. It's hard to explain how Steinbeck sucks you in with his writing, but the Joad family's journey across the country is a visceral and moving one. Very enjoyable.

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