Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck

Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck tells the story of two displaced ranch workers, George and Lennie, struggling to survive during the Great Depression. Bound by loyalty and a shared dream of owning land, they try to carve out dignity in a world built on exploitation, loneliness, and hierarchy.

Lennie’s childlike innocence and uncontrollable strength repeatedly put them in danger, while George carries the burden of protecting him in a society that has no place for the weak. As their dream briefly feels within reach, a tragic mistake destroys everything. In the end, the story confronts a brutal truth: in a harsh, predatory world, even genuine friendship and hope are not enough to survive.