Sunday, January 11, 2009

Just Read: Cannery Row


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The other book Matt got me for my birthday because of our recent trip to Monterey's Cannery Row. I wasn't sure I would like Steinbeck, as I can't even remember if I ever read or got through the famous Grapes of Wrath. However, I really enjoyed this book! Steinbeck's descriptions of everything are unmatched, from a frog-hunting trip to a grocery store to rivers of silver fish. And the characters come to life, even seeming likable no matter what they're really like. Highly recommended, even if you've never been to Monterey. The town is hardly reminiscent of its past.

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