Summary

- The novel takes place in the Great Depression.

- Everyone has a dream.

- Life is hard and seems hopeless.

- Lennie and George travel together and work as a team.

- Lennie is like a big child.

- George looks after him.

- There is still racism in America at this time.

- Lennie can’t control his own strength.

The landscape is harsh, reflecting the harshness of their lives.