"The Pearl" by Steinbeck

The Pearl by John Steinbeck seems like a very simple book on the outside. The story is about a poor man whose new found riches take over his life. It's a story we've all heard before, but as you dig deeper into the meaning of the book one finds much more than just a simple story. Discoveries such as how man relates with nature, the different social statuses, and the wholeness of people can be found in this simple story.
Kino is a poor Indian man with a small family, a wife and an infant son. He is an honest, dignified pearl diver who works hard to support his family. Kino is aware of…