About John Steinbeck
John Steinbeck was an American author born on February 27, 1902, in Salinas, California. He is best known for his novels depicting the struggles of working-class Americans during the Great Depression, particularly "The Grapes of Wrath," which won the Pulitzer Prize in 1940. Steinbeck's keen social observation and rich storytelling have made him a pivotal figure in American literature, with works that continue to resonate with readers today.
