Of Mice and Men - John Steinbeck - Easton Press - Fletcher Martin Illustrations

The Easton Press edition of Mice and Men. Two migrant field workers in California during the Great Depression George Milton, an intelligent and cynical man, and Lennie Small, an ironically named man of large stature and immense strength but limited mental abilities-are on their way to a ranch near Soledad (southeast of Salinas, California) to \"work up a stake.\" They hope to one day attain their shared dream of settling down on their own piece of land. Lennie's part of the dream is merely to tend to (and touch) soft rabbits on the farm. This dream is one of Lennie's favorite stories, which George constantly retells. 'The Hundred Greatest Books Ever Written' series. (A truly fine collector's edition.). 165 pages with Golden Silk Moiré Silk endpapers. Printed on archival paper with gilded edges and with sewn-in Golden SATIN Ribbon page marker. Smyth sewing and concealed muslin joints to ensure the highest quality binding. This collector's edition features gilding on the spine's title and gilt decorations, gilding on the page edges, and with handsome cover gilt decorations also. These Leather Bound Easton Press Collector's Edition Books are rare editions for advance subscription only and make great gifts!