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# Top #10 in Contemporary Literature & Fiction 107 pages of timeless storytelling 1993 reissue edition, classic preservation Of Mice and Men (Penguin Great Books of the 20th Century)

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> 📖 Own the story everyone’s talking about — timeless, compact, unforgettable.

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## Key Features

- • **Compact yet Powerful:** A concise 107-page masterpiece that fits your busy lifestyle without sacrificing depth.
- • **Emotional and Relatable:** Steinbeck’s poignant narrative resonates deeply, sparking empathy and reflection.
- • **Enduring Classic Status:** Ranked #8 in Contemporary Literature & Fiction, a must-have for any discerning bookshelf.
- • **Penguin's Trusted Quality:** Published by Penguin Books, ensuring premium print and binding standards.
- • **Perfect for On-the-Go Reading:** Mass market paperback binding makes it easy to carry and enjoy anywhere.

## Overview

Of Mice and Men, a 1993 Penguin reissue, is a 107-page mass market paperback by John Steinbeck. Celebrated as a top-ranked classic and contemporary literary work, it offers a powerful, emotionally rich narrative that continues to captivate readers worldwide.

## Description

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Review: Powerful, Heartbreaking Story That Stays With You - Of Mice and Men is one of those classics that lives up to its reputation. Steinbeck’s writing is clear and simple, but the emotions and themes run deep. The story of George and Lennie, two men chasing the small dream of land and stability, is touching, raw, and tragic all at once. What stood out most to me is how human the characters feel. The friendship between George and Lennie is tender and complicated, and it captures both the hope and the heartbreak of people trying to build a better life in tough circumstances. Even though the book is short, the weight of the story stays with you long after you finish it. Pros: Accessible writing style that’s easy to follow Memorable characters and themes of friendship, dreams, and loneliness Short length makes it approachable for students and casual readers Still feels relevant and thought-provoking today Cons: Emotional intensity may feel heavy for some readers The ending is difficult and may not appeal to everyone looking for a hopeful story This is a beautifully written, deeply human story that’s as relevant today as when it was first published. If you’re looking for a classic that’s easy to read but leaves a lasting impact, Steinbeck delivers exactly that.
Review: I use this for homeschool literature - I homeschool my kiddos. My 9th grader is given specific books where she needs to answer questions about each chapter, the book overall, and write summaries as well as discuss sections. It’s a good book to read, there are sad parts. It is a quick read as well. I do think it’s important to bring reading back for kids and literature in multiple forms. Really good price.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Best Sellers Rank | #686 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #12 in Contemporary Literature & Fiction #28 in Classic Literature & Fiction #66 in Literary Fiction (Books) |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (43,783) |
| Dimensions  | 7.4 x 4.2 x 0.4 inches |
| Edition  | Reissue |
| ISBN-10  | 0140177396 |
| ISBN-13  | 978-0140177398 |
| Item Weight  | 2.19 ounces |
| Language  | English |
| Print length  | 107 pages |
| Publication date  | September 1, 1993 |
| Publisher  | Penguin Books |
| Reading age  | 14+ years, from customers |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Powerful, Heartbreaking Story That Stays With You
*by K***N on August 29, 2025*

Of Mice and Men is one of those classics that lives up to its reputation. Steinbeck’s writing is clear and simple, but the emotions and themes run deep. The story of George and Lennie, two men chasing the small dream of land and stability, is touching, raw, and tragic all at once. What stood out most to me is how human the characters feel. The friendship between George and Lennie is tender and complicated, and it captures both the hope and the heartbreak of people trying to build a better life in tough circumstances. Even though the book is short, the weight of the story stays with you long after you finish it. Pros: Accessible writing style that’s easy to follow Memorable characters and themes of friendship, dreams, and loneliness Short length makes it approachable for students and casual readers Still feels relevant and thought-provoking today Cons: Emotional intensity may feel heavy for some readers The ending is difficult and may not appeal to everyone looking for a hopeful story This is a beautifully written, deeply human story that’s as relevant today as when it was first published. If you’re looking for a classic that’s easy to read but leaves a lasting impact, Steinbeck delivers exactly that.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I use this for homeschool literature
*by (***) on February 5, 2026*

I homeschool my kiddos. My 9th grader is given specific books where she needs to answer questions about each chapter, the book overall, and write summaries as well as discuss sections. It’s a good book to read, there are sad parts. It is a quick read as well. I do think it’s important to bring reading back for kids and literature in multiple forms. Really good price.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Of Mice and Men
*by D***A on February 9, 2006*

The book I read was Of Mice and Men. It was written by John Steinbeck. The main conflict of this book was for these two men George and Lennie to make their dream of farming their own farm and where they could raise rabbits come true. They would travel from farm to farm and do work on different farms to make their living. In this book there were many things I liked and a few things I didn't like. The book was very exciting to read. It was so exciting because I was always wondering what was going to happen next and I didn't want to put the book down. I really felt like I was actually in the book. I felt this way because Steinbeck described everything so well, and I could picture every scene that happened. The main conflict interested me a lot. It interested me because there were many obstacles that Lennie and George had to face throughout the book and I just wanted to see if they could make their dream come true. I thought that the characters felt very real. They seemed real because Steinbeck gave the right amount of descriptions about each of them. The ending was very satisfying. It was a bit sad and I think it could have been better but if it ended differently the book wouldn't have been as good. The author John Steinbeck's writing style is unusual. The author's voice is a narrative style and it's written in the way the characters actually spoke. The characters talk like poor, uneducated people. The author uses vocabulary in an interesting way. He uses poor grammar and slang words to speak like the characters. The author uses a lot of dialog in this book. The two main characters speak to each other a lot. I think that the author is a very good writer because I could actually hear the voice of the characters. He describes things but he doesn't go overboard to make it boring. Compared to other books that I have read I would rate this book an eight out of ten. I give it this rating because it was a very good book and held my attention but there were a few parts he could have changed, like the ending. I recommend this book to any guy or girl. It is a very fast and good read. Overall this was one of the best books I have ever read. I would put this book in my top twenty favorite books. I've read another book by Steinbeck called The Pearl that I didn't really enjoy. I hope other books by Steinbeck are this god. Some other things that happened in this book was that Lennie wasn't very educated and George would always have to look out for him. Lennie loved to pet soft things. He would catch a mouse put it in his pocket and pet the mouse and squeeze it so hard that the mouse accidentally died. This would upset George a lot.

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