Throughout one’s lifetime, their character is ever changing and being molded by their experiences. John Steinbeck’s childhood was something he remembered to value and cherish even into adulthood. His adoration for literature fueled his pursuit to become a writer. Setbacks, however, caused his career to start slowly. Nevertheless, with hard work and dedication his career quickly took an opposite turn and flourished. During the Great Depression, Steinbeck was affected by what he witnessed in migrant worker camps. Due to his own family’s struggles he wanted to write about the conditions in migrant worker camps. During Steinbeck’s research with migrant worker camps, he learned a great deal about the living and working conditions there. Steinbeck
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After parting ways with Gwyndolyn, Steinbeck met his third and final wife Elaine Scott. Elaine supported Steinbeck’s career and became a main part of his legacy. While married to Elaine, Steinbeck wrote his last book East of Eden. Considered one of his most outstanding works, East of Eden was written primarily for his two sons, “And if the book is addressed to them, it is for good reason. I want them to know how it was, I want to tell them directly, and perhaps by speaking directly to them I shall speak directly to other people” (Steinbeck qtd. in “John Steinbeck on Writing”). Many readers felt as though they could relate to the main characters in East of Eden because Steinbeck was able to create a biblical allegory by portraying the endless struggle of choosing between good and evil. Steinbeck died on December 20, 1968 in his apartment in New York. In conclusion, Steinbeck’s legacy will be remembered for he was able to create a lasting memory by communicating to the world through his …show more content…
His childhood helped develop his love for writing and inspired him to become a writer. In addition, where he grew up influenced his writings for he appreciated Salinas’ scenery. Once the Great Depression had arrived, Steinbeck broadened his skills by writing about the dismal realities happening around him. Nonetheless, Steinbeck was still able to have positive relationships in his life with not only Ed Ricketts, but his sons and third wife. In the end, Steinbeck’s written works captured his perspectives and shared with readers the harsh realities and beauty of the
After parting ways with Gwyndolyn, Steinbeck met his third and final wife Elaine Scott. Elaine supported Steinbeck’s career and became a main part of his legacy. While married to Elaine, Steinbeck wrote his last book East of Eden. Considered one of his most outstanding works, East of Eden was written primarily for his two sons, “And if the book is addressed to them, it is for good reason. I want them to know how it was, I want to tell them directly, and perhaps by speaking directly to them I shall speak directly to other people” (Steinbeck qtd. in “John Steinbeck on Writing”). Many readers felt as though they could relate to the main characters in East of Eden because Steinbeck was able to create a biblical allegory by portraying the endless struggle of choosing between good and evil. Steinbeck died on December 20, 1968 in his apartment in New York. In conclusion, Steinbeck’s legacy will be remembered for he was able to create a lasting memory by communicating to the world through his …show more content…
His childhood helped develop his love for writing and inspired him to become a writer. In addition, where he grew up influenced his writings for he appreciated Salinas’ scenery. Once the Great Depression had arrived, Steinbeck broadened his skills by writing about the dismal realities happening around him. Nonetheless, Steinbeck was still able to have positive relationships in his life with not only Ed Ricketts, but his sons and third wife. In the end, Steinbeck’s written works captured his perspectives and shared with readers the harsh realities and beauty of the