The Pearl by John Steinbeck

Introduction

"The Pearl" published in 1947, is also one of his best stories written by John Steinbeck. This short novel has a heartfelt, deep gait, which refers to the illusions of lives, the aspirations of well-being, or even wealth, but above all to the myth of happiness and peace of mind related to the economic well-being.

Plot

Kino is a poor Indian fisherman married to Juana and the two have one child, Coyote. One day Coyotes was stung by a scorpion and was rushed to a doctor, but the doctor refuses to treat him, after having ascertained that Kino had ...