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American Dream in John Steinbeck's Tortilla Flat

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and the tales of "King Arthur" as the characters within the novel strive to live with generosity and goodness throughout their adventures but is also compared with "Peter Pan" in  the characters good natured romp, unconventionality and eternal youth regarding their lifestyle and outlook on life. Regardless of comparisons, Steinbecks "Tortilla Flat" was not only his first major success but  also incorporated his two main themes used in his writings: the beauty of the environment and the importance of getting to know your fellow man.  John Steinbeck wrote often about the California experience he had witnessed and experienced during his childhood. Born in Salinas, California in 1902, Steinbeck was always interested in writing  and after unsuccessfully completing a degree at Stanford University he moved to New York City in 1925 (Steinbeck Country). He returned to California a short time later, was married and  settled in 1930 where he began his major works most of which had a California theme. In 1935, he wrote "Tortilla Flat" which was one of his books which showed  a great sensitivity to the common man who included migrant workers, misfits, and those who searched for prosperity and independence, part of the American dream (Steinbeck Country).  "Tortilla Flat" set in Monterey, California tells of a tale of several wanderers who end up staying at the homes of Danny which were left to  him by his grandfather at the end of the First World War. Dannys generosity eventually attracts more misfits into his circle and they end up having a Camelot experience which  heavily involves, wine, women, fighting and camaraderie. While this group of men are together, they begin to rely on one anothers friendships, are loyal to one another and begin to