Over much of America's history, every American has experienced or at least lived during , the struggling conditions of being a "migrant," in society. In this manner, all Americans deal with failures, and challenges, and the right of human dignity . John Steinbeck's novel, The Grapes of Wrath is an example of a heart-wrenching story of American life during such a difficult time called the Depression . As Sarah Koeppen wrote in her review of the novel , " This book provides an excellent look into a migrate family's daily struggles, while at the same time, teaching the reader valuable lessons about life, family, pride and determination"( "Great Classic Fiction Piece"). These qualities that the Joad's (the family, Steinbeck wrote about in his book) share with the reader, are qualities that America has for many years, relied on, to be a strong and united country.

The lessons Koeppen speaks of are very relevant throughout the piece. When reading this novel, The Joads express their determination to live , no matter how hard it may be. For example, Jim Casy says -"Gonna lay in the grass, open an' honest with anybody that'll have me. Gonna cuss an' swear an' hear the poetry of folks talki

Throughout the entire novel, various, valuable lessons surface to the reader. Each giving light and hope, which overcome the depression and sadness the novel is surrounded by. Through family, determination, life, pride, and all the other many qualifications, the Joads and the other migrants express in this novel, influence anyone who reads the famous classic. Sarah Koeppen ended her book review with, " I recommend this book for anyone who has ever thought they couldn't make it." This comment speaks for itself. The Grapes of Wrath consists of so many individuals that struggle to make it; and Steinbeck's inspirational writing techniques, teach the reader that one could make it, if they realize what is important in life.

The migrants wanted to survive through the pain and suffering, however, they never wanted to let down their pride. A strong example is shown at the diner that the waitress Mae works at. A migrant man comes in asking for bread. However, the man only has ten cents and a loaf of bread costs fifteen cents. The cook, Al, tells Mae to just give it to the man, and she does so. The man would not accept the charity and asks if Mae would just give him ten cents worth (Steinbeck 205). Obviously, even

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