Of Mice and Men

Drifters in search of work, George and his childlike friend Lennie, have nothing in the world except the clothes on their back - and a dream that one day they will have some land of their own. Eventually they find work on a ranch in California's Salinas Valley, but their hopes are dashed as Lennie - struggling against extreme cruelty, and more.

For some reason, I love stories that take place in the south of the United States (and not just books but also for example the film Green Mile, and the tv series True Blood). There's something gritty and raw about those surroundings and tales (no wonder there's an entire genre called 'southern gothic'). Besides the fact that I adore reading the southern accent (pronouncing it in my head), Of Mice and Men is an eye-opening and strong story, with commentary on social inequality and racial inequality! (Also: still relevant nowadays concerning racism and poorly paid labourers).