John Steinbeck The History Of The Farmer Analysis
“The History of the Farmer” by Miller and Of Mice and Men by Steinbeck focused on the main reasons several people fled to California, economic and ecological purposes. “... farmers were forced to produce more goods in order to earn the same amount of money (Miller).” As the economy worsened and supplies fell short many people felt the need to leave their old lives in search of of newer opportunities. However, only a few would achieve their dream of finding wealth in California. The rough patch in the economy was upheld in Steinbeck's famous book, Of Mice and Men. While many people had high hopes of what California would provide, Crooks, one of the characters in Of Mice and Men, knew that California was only full of false hope. “Ever’body wants