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John Steinbeck's 'The Grapes of Wrath' vs. Meridel Le Sueur 'The Girl'
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An 8 page paper on these two books by Meridel Le Sueur and John Steinbeck, respectively. The writer describes how both books prove the falseness of the American Dream by stressing collective community action over the primacy of the individual. Bibliography lists three sources.
Filename: Steingg.wps

John Steinbeck's 'The Pearl'
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A 5 page paper about the character of Kino in The Pearl. The writer describes the tragedy of The Pearl for Kino and how it brings him sorrow, evil, and death. No additional sources cited.
Filename: Thepearl.wps

John Steinbeck's 'Tortilla Flat' / Arthurian Cycle
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10 pages in length. In one of John Steinbeck's more worldly creations, Tortilla Flat adopts a decidedly Arthurian theme that reflects a significant Camelot-esque appeal. Monterey, California, is the site of this modern day Camelot, however, replete with all the elements typically related to King Arthur and his court: lust, temptation, emotion, honor and compelling action. Danny, Pillon, Pablo, Big Jog Portagee, Jesus Maria Corcoran and the old Pirate -- also known as the paisanos -- help tell the tale that surrounds the Arthurian cycle Steinbeck so cleverly weaves within the story. The writer discusses the Arthurian cycle as it relates to Tortilla Flat. Bibliography lists 7 sources.
Filename: Tortilla.doc

Ma Joad And The Great American Family
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A 5 page analysis of the characterization and function of Mrs. Joad in John Steinbeck's The Grapes of Wrath. The paper shows that through Ma's compassion and strength, her family grows beyond the bonds of kinship to include all those who suffer. Bibliography lists 5 sources.
Filename: Majoad.wps

Self-determination in Twentieth Century Literature
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A six page paper looking at the way twentieth-century literature extols self-determination over passivity in life. Specific works discussed are John Steinbeck’s “East of Eden,” Jack London’s “The Mexican,” Wallace Stevens’ “The Idea of Order at Key West,” T.S. Eliot’s “The Waste Land” and “The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock,” Robert Frost’s “Fire and Ice” and “The Mending Wall”, Ezra Pound’s “The River Merchant’s Wife: A Letter,” Katherine Anne Porter’s “The Jilting of Granny Weatherall,” and William Carlos Williams’ “The Red Wheelbarrow.” Bibliography lists six sources.
Filename: KBchoice.wps

Steinbeck’s “Grapes of Wrath” : The Legacy of the Dust Bowl
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A five page paper on the historical background of John Steinbeck’s novel, set during the 1930s Depression. The paper argues that the self-sacrificing and fraternal spirit of people such as the Joads actually helped the United States win the Second World War ten years later. No additional sources.
Filename: KBgrapes.wps

Steinbeck’s “Travels With Charley”
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A five page look at this travel journal by John Steinbeck, reporting on the author’s cross-country trip in 1960. The paper shows how Steinbeck’s observations in this book are consistent with his overall philosophy of life. Bibliography lists three sources.
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The American Eden in the Works of John Steinbeck
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A six page paper showing how Steinbeck’s works reflect a perception of the American West as a metaphoric Eden which men seek but which ultimately fails to make them happy. Specific works discussed are “The Grapes of Wrath,” “Of Mice and Men,” “East of Eden,” and “Cannery Row.” Bibliography lists 10 sources.
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The Individual v. the Community in Steinbeck’s 'Dubious Battle' and 'Grapes of Wrath'
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A 6 page paper looking at these two works by John Steinbeck. The paper asserts that although both use social protest as a backdrop, Battle is essentially a novel of the individual, while Grapes is a novel of the human community. No additional sources.
Filename: KBdubio.wps

The Tarnishing of America in “The Winter of Our Discontent”
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A five page look at this novel by John Steinbeck in terms of its treatment of the erosion of American morals. The paper provides a considerable amount of commentary augmented with examples from the book. Bibliography lists two sources.
Filename: KBwinter.wps