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John Steinbeck

The Winter Of Our Discontent

John SteinbeckFiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1961

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John Steinbeck

The Winter Of Our Discontent

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1961
Book Details
Pages

291

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New England • 1960s

Publication Year

1961

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

770L

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The Winter of Our Discontent centers on Ethan Hawley, a grocery store clerk in New Baytown, New York. Pressured by family and friends to restore his family’s wealth, Ethan faces moral dilemmas and makes questionable choices to regain status, ultimately grappling with the consequences of his actions and the example he sets for his children. Contains themes of suicide, substance abuse, and racial and ethnic bias.

Melancholic

Contemplative

Dark

Bittersweet

Nostalgic

Reviews & Readership

4.1

53,321 ratings

74%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

John Steinbeck's The Winter of Our Discontent captivates with its exploration of moral complexities in post-war America. Praise centers on Steinbeck's masterful character development and poignant social critique. However, some find the pacing slow and the protagonist's ethical dilemmas overly introspective, potentially alienating readers. Overall, it's a thought-provoking and impactful read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Winter Of Our Discontent?

Readers who would enjoy John Steinbeck's The Winter of Our Discontent are typically drawn to stories exploring moral dilemmas, personal transformation, and societal critique. Fans of F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby and Sinclair Lewis's Main Street will appreciate Steinbeck's nuanced examination of American culture and values.

4.1

53,321 ratings

74%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

291

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

New England • 1960s

Publication Year

1961

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

Lexile Level

770L

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