Beginning with a vivid description of the Salinas Valley, John Steinbecks East of Eden goes from the intricacies of the landscape, to the nature of families. Readers are introduced to Adam Trask. Adams father, Cyrus, a stern man and Civil War veteran, is contrasted with his wife, a devout woman who commits suicide. Adam's tumultuous life is further shown with his relations to his brother, Charles, who physically lashes out at him for beating him in a game. Another family, the Hamilton's are introduced; they are Irish immigrants. The wife, Liza, is a humble woman, and the husband, Samuel, is a hard-working fellow who has difficulty making ends meet.
How do the families compare/contrast with the surrounding landscape?
How do the families compare/contrast with the surrounding landscape?
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Dear Sal- You must keep up with your blog posts and comments made to others in your group. By now (5/29) you need to have three total posts. You don't have that number...your grade will be adversely affected. Ms. Guy
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