Of Mice and MenOf Mice and Men by John Steinbeck tells the poignant and compelling story of George Milton and Lennie Small, two drifters in Depression era California. Striving to escape the cycle of poverty and instability, they cling to the dream of owning their own piece of land. As they travel from ranch to ranch in search of work, the deep bond between George and Lennie is tested by the harsh realities of the world. Lennie, who is physically strong but mentally