John Steinbeck’s 1939 novel, “The Grapes of Wrath,” remains a landmark of American literature, offering a stark depiction of the Great Depression and the Dust Bowl era. This review delves into the book’s narrative strengths, its thematic richness, and its enduring relevance, alongside comparisons with other literary works and viewpoints from various scholars.
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The Metamorphosis is a novel by the Czech author Franz Kafka, first published in 1915. The story follows the life of a traveling salesman named Gregor Samsa, who wakes up one morning to find that he has transformed into a large insect. The novel is a surreal and thought-provoking exploration of the themes of alienation, isolation, and the search for meaning in a rapidly changing world.