Cannery Row

Brief Overview

«Cannery Row» by John Steinbeck is a story about the lives of the inhabitants of a street in Monterey, California, during the Great Depression. The main characters are a group of unemployed men living in an abandoned building and their neighbor, a doctor who conducts biological research. The men decide to throw a party in honor of the doctor to express their gratitude for his kindness and help. However, their first attempt ends in failure, and they decide to try again. The book describes the everyday lives of the characters, their friendships, hopes, and disappointments. Steinbeck creates an atmosphere of warmth and humanity, showing how people can support each other even in difficult times.