My interpretation of Crooks as Morgan Freeman.
Whit as a stereotypical 'Joe' rancher. Note all the rancher qualities.Chapter 3 Response:
Chapter 3 was quite an intriguing chapter. Once again Steinbeck has outdone himself. Even for something like Carlson reloading and cleaning a gun's barrel, he writes an entire paragraph, detailing every last step. That is what writing is all about; making descriptions so that the reader can actually see what is going on, allowing them to step into the book. When I am reading that one paragraph (Page 58) I can almost hear Carlson tinkering with his pistol. Such is the power of imagery. In this chapter, a certain structure of power is revealed to us. It gives us insight as to who really is in charge and who has the authority. In the beginning of the book, we think that it is Curley who is in charge and keeps the ranchers in line. But, Curley is actually intimidated by the ranchers, as seen when he bursts into the room with Slim yelling at him. If anything, Slim is the true holder of power, not Curley.
Chapter 3 was quite an intriguing chapter. Once again Steinbeck has outdone himself. Even for something like Carlson reloading and cleaning a gun's barrel, he writes an entire paragraph, detailing every last step. That is what writing is all about; making descriptions so that the reader can actually see what is going on, allowing them to step into the book. When I am reading that one paragraph (Page 58) I can almost hear Carlson tinkering with his pistol. Such is the power of imagery. In this chapter, a certain structure of power is revealed to us. It gives us insight as to who really is in charge and who has the authority. In the beginning of the book, we think that it is Curley who is in charge and keeps the ranchers in line. But, Curley is actually intimidated by the ranchers, as seen when he bursts into the room with Slim yelling at him. If anything, Slim is the true holder of power, not Curley.
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