John Steinbeck's East Of Eden
by Frank Galati, John Steinbeck

Name: John Steinbeck's East Of Eden
Brand: Frank Galati
SKU: 9780822235255
Rating: 3.75 (7577 reviews)

John Steinbeck's East Of Eden Book Cover — John Steinbeck's East Of Eden Cover

Highlights

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Large Cast

Female

Male

Unit Set/Multiple SettingsAmerican Adaptation Historical

What readers are saying

Readers find this collection of letters by John Steinbeck to be a fascinating insight into his writing process for 'East of Eden.' Many appreciate how the letters provide a personal glimpse into his thoughts and struggles as a writer, enhancing their understanding of the novel. Overall, it resonates strongly with fans of Steinbeck and the original work, offering an enriching reading experience.

Insightful into Steinbeck's writing processDeep connection to the original novelRich personal reflections by the authorMight not appeal to non-fans

Synopsis

Escaping a turbulent past, Adam Trask is determined to make a new start in California’s Salinas Valley.

Adam and his wife, Cathy, settle on a beautiful farm, and soon Cathy gives birth to twins Caleb and Aron.

But family history, sibling rivalry, and the impending danger of World War I will threaten their little piece of paradise.

EAST OF EDEN is an American epic, grand in scope yet deeply personal, that asks if it is possible to escape the mistakes of previous generations.

Press Reviews

"Rich in symbolism and substance…a significant achievement…” —Chicago Tribune. “Steinbeck’s novel, in [an] adaptation by Frank Galati, is an intriguing combination of Old Testament severity and new-fangled Freudian analysis, with a nature-versus-nurture overlay. A story of the catastrophic relationship between a man who loved blindly, and a woman incapable of loving anyone…” —Chicago Sun-Times. “Galati brilliantly emphasizes sibling rivalry, family secrets and the struggle to be good…[He] indulges us with short scenes that are engrossing, well-paced and captivating."
— Northwest Herald