The Pearl is a moving tragedy, written in language that is simple yet eloquent. Although he is sure the fortune it represents will solve all his problems, Keno eventually realizes that the pearl has marked his life forever.

The story is of Keno, a poor fisherman who finds a great, luminous pearl. The Methacton School District is committed to ensuring that all material on its website is accessible to students, faculty, staff and the general public. Reworking an ancient legend, Steinbeck created a powerful parable of modern man’s preoccupation with materialism, money, and power. In 1944, as he considered the personal impact of his prosperity, Steinbeck began The Pearl.

The Pearl by John Steinbeck Audiobook on Tape - 1995 Narrated by Hector. He also wrote a memoir of a cross-country trip with his poodle, Travels with Charley in Search of America (1962). Audiobook and Podcast Log A5 Printable Planner Inserts Audible books Tracker. But the public spotlight made him uneasy. Steinbeck's other notable works of fiction include The Pearl (1947), East of Eden (1952), and The Winter of Our Discontent(1961).

The Pearl by John Steinbeck audiobook read by Mike Vanemon.Īfter the phenomenal success of The Grapes of Wrath, Steinbeck should have enjoyed the fame, the wealth, and the Pulitzer Prize this book brought to him.

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