The Pearl by John Steinbeck
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The Pearl John Steinbeck Macmillan Edition (1958) · Macmillan Most classic novellas discuss poverty and human greed through straightforward moral fables or simple cautionary tales. That's fine for a surface-level narrative. It's not much help when you need to understand the corrosive, systemic psychological pressure that sudden wealth and desperation exert on a marginalized family. This book uses the parable of a Mexican pearl-diver who discovers a life-changing gem, exploring how unexpected fortune distorts human values, invites ruthless exploitation, and shatters domestic peace. It's commonly referenced in literature and humanities courses, and it's frequently read by students, educators, and general readers looking to examine the dark undercurrents of ambition and human nature. Good for: Students and educators in literature, humanities, and secondary education curricula Readers seeking a powerful, concise parable on human greed, fate, and class struggle Anyone interested in classic American fiction and the timeless storytelling of a Nobel Prize-winning author Format: Hardcover Language: English
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