Of Mice and Men

The novel was published on February 1937, and is set during the Great Depression in California. The story follows two migrant workers, George Milton and Lennie Small, who travel together and find work on a ranch. Lennie is simple-minded and child-like, and George protects him from the other workers, who are often cruel to him. The novel explores the themes of friendship, loneliness, and dreams.

The content of Of Mice and Men is very relatable to many people, as it deals with topics such as friendship, loyalty, and dreams. The characters are also very relatable and likable, which makes the story even more enjoyable to listen to.

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George and Lennie are two migrant workers during the Great Depression. They travel together and are looking for work. Lennie is developmentally disabled and requires constant supervision. One night, they camp in a field near a farm where they hope to find work. Lennie wanders off and talks to a woman who is tending her rabbits. Lennie is fascinated by the animals and strokes one of them too hard, killing it. The woman screams, and Lennie panics and runs away.