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East of Eden (Penguin Twentieth Century Classics),New
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A masterpiece of Biblical scope, and the magnum opus of one of Americas most enduring authorsA Penguin ClassicIn his journal, Nobel Prize winner John Steinbeck called East of Eden the first book, and indeed it has the primordial power and simplicity of myth. Set in the rich farmland of Californias Salinas Valley, this sprawling and often brutal novel follows the intertwined destinies of two familiesthe Trasks and the Hamiltonswhose generations helplessly reenact the fall of Adam and Eve and the poisonous rivalry of Cain and Abel.The masterpiece of Steinbecks later years, East of Eden is a work in which Steinbeck created his most mesmerizing characters and explored his most enduring themes: the mystery of identity, the inexplicability of love, and the murderous consequences of love's absence. Adapted for the 1955 film directed by Elia Kazan introducing James Dean and read by thousands as the book that brought Oprahs Book Club back, East of Eden has remained vitally present in American culture for over half a century.This edition features an introduction by David Wyatt.For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the Englishspeaking world. With more than 1,800 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contemporary authors, as well as uptodate translations by awardwinning translators.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of East of Eden? A: The main theme of East of Eden is the exploration of good and evil, particularly through the lens of familial relationships, as it parallels the Biblical stories of Cain and Abel.
- Q: Who is the author of East of Eden? A: The author of East of Eden is John Steinbeck, a Nobel Prize-winning American author known for his impactful storytelling.
- Q: What is the publication date of this edition of East of Eden? A: This edition of East of Eden was published on January 1, 1952, and reissued on October 1, 1992.
- Q: What is the page count of East of Eden? A: East of Eden contains 602 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this edition of East of Eden have? A: This edition of East of Eden is bound in paperback.
- Q: Is there an introduction in this edition of East of Eden? A: Yes, this edition features an introduction by David Wyatt.
- Q: What genre does East of Eden belong to? A: East of Eden is a literary fiction novel that incorporates elements of historical fiction and family saga.
- Q: Is East of Eden suitable for readers of all ages? A: East of Eden includes mature themes and complex moral questions, making it more suitable for adult readers or mature teens.
- Q: Has East of Eden been adapted into other media? A: Yes, East of Eden was adapted into a film in 1955, directed by Elia Kazan, which introduced James Dean to a wider audience.
- Q: What makes East of Eden a classic? A: East of Eden is considered a classic due to its profound themes, character development, and the exploration of human nature, as well as its lasting impact on American literature.