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East of Eden

by David Wyatt, John Steinbeck
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East of Eden
East of Eden

Epic family saga, Steinbeck's masterpiece on human nature.

If you're drawn to rich character development and philosophical musings wrapped in a generational tale, "East of Eden" could be a treasure for you. It's not just a novel—it's an exploration of the depths of human potential, both good and evil. Steinbeck's profound storytelling about the Trasks and Hamiltons immerses you in a journey through the complexities of existence, mirroring the biblical stories of Adam, Eve, Cain, and Abel. It's a book that stays with you, inviting introspection long after the last page.

  • Audie Award for Classic (2004)
  • Deutscher Hörbuchpreis for Bestes Hörspiel (2022)
  • National Book Award Finalist for Fiction (1953)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.
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East of Eden

by David Wyatt, John Steinbeck
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ISBN: 9780141185071
Authors: David Wyatt, John Steinbeck
Publisher: Penguin Classics
Date of Publication: 2000-09-02
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Literary Fiction, Historical Fiction
Related Topics: Classics, Literature
Goodreads rating: 4.44
(rated by 653515 readers)

Description

Set in the rich farmland of the Salinas Valley, California, this powerful, often brutal novel follows the intertwined destinies of two families, the Trasks and the Hamiltons, whose generations helplessly re-enact the fall of Adam and Eve and the murderous rivalry of Cain and Abel. Here Steinbeck created some of his most memorable characters and explored his enduring themes: the mystery of identity, the inexplicability of love, and the consequences of love's absence.
 

Epic family saga, Steinbeck's masterpiece on human nature.

If you're drawn to rich character development and philosophical musings wrapped in a generational tale, "East of Eden" could be a treasure for you. It's not just a novel—it's an exploration of the depths of human potential, both good and evil. Steinbeck's profound storytelling about the Trasks and Hamiltons immerses you in a journey through the complexities of existence, mirroring the biblical stories of Adam, Eve, Cain, and Abel. It's a book that stays with you, inviting introspection long after the last page.

  • Audie Award for Classic (2004)
  • Deutscher Hörbuchpreis for Bestes Hörspiel (2022)
  • National Book Award Finalist for Fiction (1953)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.