Comparing The Success Of John Steinbeck's Of Mice And Men

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Why was Of Mice and Men so successful when first published? There are many reasons why Steinbeck's work is so popular. One reason why this is might be due to the fact that it is so powerful, yet so compellingly short. It seems like Steinbeck maximizes each word, each scene, and each moment to explore the nature of human beings, their dreams and hopes, as well as the crushing forces of their world. His exploration of such powerful elements is done in a manner that is not redundant or containing "extra writing." The novel is short and powerful, making it well received by both students and readers, alike. Contributing to its popularity is the universal feel of its characters. Lenny's childlike approach to life as well as his hopes can be

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