East of Eden: Book Guide, Author and Facts
East of Eden by John Steinbeck — plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.
Steinbeck considered East of Eden to be his masterpiece. In his journal, Journal of a Novel (often read as a companion to the novel) he notes that “this is the book I have always wanted and have worked and prayed to be able to write Set primarily in the Salinas Valley in the early twentieth century, the novel traces three generations of two families – the Trasks and the Hamiltons – as they grapple with the ever-present forces of good and evil. From this plot emerged some of Steinbeck’s most fascinating characters – many of whom are modeled after people in his own life.
Quick facts about East of Eden
- Title: East of Eden
- Author: John Steinbeck
- First published: 1952
- Genre: migrant labor, historical fiction, domestic fiction
- OpenLibrary ID: OL23166W
Where to read East of Eden
East of Eden by John Steinbeck is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.
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What is East of Eden about?
Steinbeck considered East of Eden to be his masterpiece.
Who wrote East of Eden?
East of Eden was written by John Steinbeck.
When was East of Eden published?
East of Eden was first published in 1952.
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