Most of us live in a narrow world limited by our experiences and outlook on life, but by reading these great books, we are taken to totally different worlds where we can explore different lives and social mores and in so doing, expand our horizons. Classic literature must be passed down from generation to generation as the greatest treasure of human wisdom and intelligence.
One such classic novel is Of Mice and Men, written by an outstanding American novelist, John Steinbeck.
Set in the 1930s during the great depression era of America, the novel tells a tragic story of dreams, friendship, loneliness and power. Although it was banned when first released due to offensive language, its excellence and values were soon discovered.
As a prominent work in American classic literature, it promotes several important social and moral values that are still relevant in modern society. The novella...