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 10 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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