Cannery Row by John Steinbeck - First Edition
This first edition copy of John Steinbeck’s “Cannery Row” is in very good condition with an acceptable dust jacket. The binding is tight, and the pages are crisp and clean. The dust jacket is price clipped, and shows some signs of shelf ware, many small bumps and tears to the upper and lower extremities.
The book is a poignant exploration of life in a bustling, industrial area of Monterey, California during the Great Depression. The narrative revolves around a colorful ensemble of characters, including the kind-hearted marine biologist Doc, the enterprising but hapless Mack, and his gang of misfits, who inhabit a dilapidated area filled with sardine canneries.
The novel's central theme is the struggle for dignity and community amidst economic hardship, with the characters often epitomizing resilience and camaraderie. Mack’s band of outcasts attempts to throw a party to honor Doc, believing it to be an admirable gesture of friendship. Their preparations, laden with misadventures, reveal Steinbeck's keen observations on human nature, aspiration, and the confounding nature of happiness.
Ultimately, “Cannery Row” captures the essence of life’s fleeting moments, illustrating how beauty can emerge from chaos, and emphasizing the significance of connection and the simple joys found amidst life's trials.
This is overall a very attractive and solid copy of this classic novel.
This first edition copy of John Steinbeck’s “Cannery Row” is in very good condition with an acceptable dust jacket. The binding is tight, and the pages are crisp and clean. The dust jacket is price clipped, and shows some signs of shelf ware, many small bumps and tears to the upper and lower extremities.
The book is a poignant exploration of life in a bustling, industrial area of Monterey, California during the Great Depression. The narrative revolves around a colorful ensemble of characters, including the kind-hearted marine biologist Doc, the enterprising but hapless Mack, and his gang of misfits, who inhabit a dilapidated area filled with sardine canneries.
The novel's central theme is the struggle for dignity and community amidst economic hardship, with the characters often epitomizing resilience and camaraderie. Mack’s band of outcasts attempts to throw a party to honor Doc, believing it to be an admirable gesture of friendship. Their preparations, laden with misadventures, reveal Steinbeck's keen observations on human nature, aspiration, and the confounding nature of happiness.
Ultimately, “Cannery Row” captures the essence of life’s fleeting moments, illustrating how beauty can emerge from chaos, and emphasizing the significance of connection and the simple joys found amidst life's trials.
This is overall a very attractive and solid copy of this classic novel.
This first edition copy of John Steinbeck’s “Cannery Row” is in very good condition with an acceptable dust jacket. The binding is tight, and the pages are crisp and clean. The dust jacket is price clipped, and shows some signs of shelf ware, many small bumps and tears to the upper and lower extremities.
The book is a poignant exploration of life in a bustling, industrial area of Monterey, California during the Great Depression. The narrative revolves around a colorful ensemble of characters, including the kind-hearted marine biologist Doc, the enterprising but hapless Mack, and his gang of misfits, who inhabit a dilapidated area filled with sardine canneries.
The novel's central theme is the struggle for dignity and community amidst economic hardship, with the characters often epitomizing resilience and camaraderie. Mack’s band of outcasts attempts to throw a party to honor Doc, believing it to be an admirable gesture of friendship. Their preparations, laden with misadventures, reveal Steinbeck's keen observations on human nature, aspiration, and the confounding nature of happiness.
Ultimately, “Cannery Row” captures the essence of life’s fleeting moments, illustrating how beauty can emerge from chaos, and emphasizing the significance of connection and the simple joys found amidst life's trials.
This is overall a very attractive and solid copy of this classic novel.