The Grapes of Wrath

5b, 1939 FIRST edition 

Description

The Grapes of Wrath is a powerful novel by John Steinbeck, first published in 1939, that portrays the hardships of American families during the Great Depression. The story follows the Joad family, Oklahoma tenant farmers forced off their land by drought, debt, and mechanized agriculture, as they travel west along Route 66 in search of work and dignity in California. Through their journey, Steinbeck vividly depicts poverty, exploitation, and the resilience of ordinary people facing overwhelming economic and social forces. Blending realism with deep moral insight, the novel emphasizes themes of social justice, human solidarity, and the enduring strength of community, making it one of the most influential works of American literature.

Notes

Beautiful hardback with maroon tooling image on front, back and spoon, pristine dust jacket, very fine condition.