Steinbeck, John
The Winter of Our Discontent (Penguin Modern Classics)
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- ISBN 13:
- 9780141186313
- author:
- Steinbeck, John
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Penguin Classics
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2001
- Pages:
- 288
- Dimensions:
- 12.95 x 1.78 x 19.81 centimetres
- Genre:
- Classic fiction
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
The Winter of Our Discontent, John Steinbeck's final great novel, explores the theme of success and its many forms. The story reflects on the past fortune of a New England family and the loss of their wealth, as seen through the eyes of its protagonist.
Here, Steinbeck examines the concept of success as a kind of controlled savagery, operating under its own laws. This thought-provoking novel delves into the complexities of human motivation and the consequences of our actions.
With its thought-provoking themes and nuanced exploration of human nature, The Winter of Our Discontent is a compelling read for anyone interested in literary fiction and family life.
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