John Steinbeck: Library Edition (The importance of)

School Library Journal

Gr 6 Up-For students learning about this American author and his historical milieu, this conscientiously written, meticulously researched biography will be invaluable. The text includes quotations from primary sources as well as many passages from Steinbeck's writings. It provides an account of his major influences, well-chosen examples of text illustrating his unique style and world view, a brief but clear explanation of themes of his major works, and an objective portrait of this highly disciplined man. The book is illustrated with black-and-white photos that shed light on his personal life and show how he changed over the years. Carefully footnoted documentation of sources, an extensive index, and two annotated bibliographies make this title worthy of purchase.-Phyllis Graves, Creekwood Middle School, Kingwood, TX