Of Mice And Men Comparison
The term friendship, as defined by Merriam-Webster, is the relationship between those who help, support, and care for one another. John Steinbeck’s Of Mice and Men, written in 1937, and the 1992 MGM film adaptation directed by Gary Sinise follows the story of an uncommon companionship. Set in the 1900’s, Lennie, a mentally disabled person, and his friend, George, strive to achieve a dream of living free from the bondage of others. Some argue that the movie is more appealing; others point out that the book is more engaging. Although both pieces portray a similar storyline, Steinbeck’s perspective offers a more intricate appeal. As a matter of fact, Steinbeck’s written work better reflects the author’s intent by building mood with characterization
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He was capable of killing a fly on the wheeler’s butt with a bull whip without touching the mule. There was a gravity in his manner and a quiet so profound that all that talk stopped when he spoke. His authority was so great that his word was taken on any subject, be it politics or love ” (Steinbeck, 33). Through each detail, Slim becomes someone more godlike and transcends above the people on the field. These qualities cause one to be curious about the role Slim plays throughout the story and what more he has to present. This heavenly perspective also imposes a sense of security and defense with the presence of Slim’s character, especially through the prospect of Lennie and George. When George progressively begins a friendship with Slim, the reader feels jaunty, knowing Slim is adept enough to support George and Lennie. Likewise, the character of Curley’s wife is portrayed in a careful fashion. Right after the swamper accuses her of cheating, Curley’s wife makes a unique first impression. She is described as a girl with “full, rouged lips and wide-spaced eyes, heavily made up. Her fingernails were red. Her hair hung in little
He was capable of killing a fly on the wheeler’s butt with a bull whip without touching the mule. There was a gravity in his manner and a quiet so profound that all that talk stopped when he spoke. His authority was so great that his word was taken on any subject, be it politics or love ” (Steinbeck, 33). Through each detail, Slim becomes someone more godlike and transcends above the people on the field. These qualities cause one to be curious about the role Slim plays throughout the story and what more he has to present. This heavenly perspective also imposes a sense of security and defense with the presence of Slim’s character, especially through the prospect of Lennie and George. When George progressively begins a friendship with Slim, the reader feels jaunty, knowing Slim is adept enough to support George and Lennie. Likewise, the character of Curley’s wife is portrayed in a careful fashion. Right after the swamper accuses her of cheating, Curley’s wife makes a unique first impression. She is described as a girl with “full, rouged lips and wide-spaced eyes, heavily made up. Her fingernails were red. Her hair hung in little