steinbeck, john

This program sets Steinbeck's writings and life in perspective, and provides a new interpretation of his work.

Contains observations about life and descriptions of nature as described by Steinbeck as he traveled from coast to coast at sixty years of age with his French poodle, Charley.

Presents the daily letters penned by John Steinbeck to his publisher and friend Pascal Covici from January to November 1951 while writing the novel "East of Eden," providing insights into Steinbeck's thinking, writing process, and personal concerns.

When their friend Scooter dies of a rare disease, teenagers Nick Gardner and Jaycee Amato set out on a secret journey to find the father who abandoned "The Scoot" when he was an infant, and give him a signed first edition of "Of Mice and Men.".

A collection of critical essays dealing with the author's major novels and themes.

Bibliography: p. 180-186. A critical study of Steinbeck's literary techniques and works.

Discusses the relationship that John Steinbeck had with his first wife, Carol.