TORTILLA FLAT

Book Details

• Publisher: Penguin Random House

• Author: John Steinbeck

• Language: English

• ISBN: 9780141185118

• Binding: Paperback

• Pages: 192

• Dimensions: 7.7 x 5.1 x 0.6 inches

About the Book:

Tortilla Flat is John Steinbeck's first major critical and commercial success, and it stands as his funniest novel. The story follows Danny, a young man descended from the original Spanish settlers in Monterey, California. Danny values friendship above all, even money and possessions. When he unexpectedly inherits two houses, he quickly offers shelter to his fellow paisanos — a group of carefree, charmingly flawed characters, each a gentleman of the road.

In a series of daring and often hilarious adventures, Danny and his friends live their lives with a love for freedom and a scorn for material wealth. However, the story takes a turn when Danny grows weary of the responsibilities that come with his new inheritance and disappears, leaving his friends to carry on without him.

Tortilla Flat is a tale of loyalty, freedom, and the simple joys of life, brimming with humor and insight. Through its colorful characters and episodic adventures, the novel explores themes of brotherhood, materialism, and personal responsibility.

Key Features:

• Humor and Adventure: A blend of wit and wild escapades as Danny and his friends live free from societal constraints.

• Themes of Freedom: A celebration of the value of friendship, living without the burden of materialism, and the pursuit of happiness.

• Steinbeck's Signature Style: The novel combines humor, compassion, and social critique, marking the start of Steinbeck's illustrious career.

• Historical and Cultural Context: Set against the backdrop of Monterey, California, it offers insights into the lives of Mexican-American communities.