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East of Eden
John Steinbeck · 1952 · 601 pages
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Considered John Steinbeck's masterpiece, East of Eden is an epic saga spanning generations in California's Salinas Valley. The novel intertwines two families—the Trasks and the Hamiltons—while exploring universal themes such as good and evil, redemption, free choice, and the internal struggle for morality.
Through complex and memorable characters, Steinbeck examines how our actions echo across generations and how each individual faces their own conflict between destructive inclinations and the potential for goodness. A profound reflection on human nature, disguised as a compelling family drama set in the 19th and 20th centuries.
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| Author | John Steinbeck |
|---|---|
| Year of publication | 1952 |
| Pages | 601 |
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