Can money or the desire for possessions change an individual? Can it drive people to do unthinkable matters? In the novel, The Pearl by John Steinback, Kino, his family, and the people around him have changed drastically due to the possession of the pearl. Unfortunately yes, money can change a person’s personally, their way of life, and it can drive people to do unthinkable things. For example, Steinbeck writes, “ He struck her in the face with his clenched fist and she fell among the boulders, and he kicked her in the side.”
(Steinbeck, 59.) As Kino seeks to gain money through the pearl, he transforms from a happy dad to an outlaw. Kino’s desire for wealth has taken over. Furthermore, Kino’s desire leads him to act forcefully towards his
(Steinbeck, 59.) As Kino seeks to gain money through the pearl, he transforms from a happy dad to an outlaw. Kino’s desire for wealth has taken over. Furthermore, Kino’s desire leads him to act forcefully towards his