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• The Character of Tom Joad in The Grapes of Wrath

  In this essay, R. Moore examines the character of Tom Joad and explores the ways in which his experience reflects on and parallels the major social themes explored by Steinbeck; draws on scholarly criticism of this theme.

• Biblical Symbolism in The Grapes of Wrath

  In the following essay, R. Moore explores the biblical symbolism in Steinbeck's The Grapes of Wrath, examing different viewpoints on the topic in light of the seeming absence of any character aspiring to a higher spiritual plane.

• The Relevance of The Grapes of Wrath Today

  Richard Henry provides an overview of The Grapes of Wrath, declaring that Steinbeck's work continues to have relevance today—particularly as it addresses the distinct issues of social classes and the importance of community.

• The Grapes of Wrath: Preserving Its Place in the Curriculum

  In this excerpt, Lee Burress provides an overview of The Grapes of Wrath and rejects the claims that the novel is sympathetic to atheism and to communism.

• The Novels of John Steinbeck: A Critical Study

  In the following excerpt, Howard Levant discusses Steinbeck’s individual and universal characterizations of the Joads.

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1. The Grapes of Wrath: Introduction
2. The Grapes of Wrath: Overview
3. The Grapes of Wrath: John Steinbeck Biography
4. The Grapes of Wrath: Summary
5. The Grapes of Wrath: Summary and Analysis
   1. Chapters 1-6 Summary and Analysis
   2. Chapters 7-11 Summary and Analysis
   3. Chapter 12-16 Summary and Analysis
   4. Chapters 17-21 Summary and Analysis
   5. Chapters 22-26 Summary and Analysis
   6. Chapters 27-30 Summary and Analysis
6. The Grapes of Wrath: Quizzes
   1. Chapters 1-6 Questions and Answers
   2. Chapters 7-11 Questions and Answers
   3. Chapter 12-16 Questions and Answers
   4. Chapters 17-21 Questions and Answers
   5. Chapters 22-26 Questions and Answers
   6. Chapters 27-30 Questions and Answers
7. The Grapes of Wrath: Essential Passages
   1. Essential Passages by Character: Tom Joad
   2. Essential Passages by Theme: Hope
8. The Grapes of Wrath: Characters
9. The Grapes of Wrath: Themes
10. The Grapes of Wrath: Style
11. The Grapes of Wrath: Historical Context
12. The Grapes of Wrath: Critical Overview
13. The Grapes of Wrath: Character Analysis
14. The Grapes of Wrath: Essays and Criticism
    1. The Character of Tom Joad in The Grapes of Wrath
    2. Biblical Symbolism in The Grapes of Wrath
    3. The Relevance of The Grapes of Wrath Today
    4. The Grapes of Wrath: Preserving Its Place in the Curriculum
    5. The Novels of John Steinbeck: A Critical Study
15. The Grapes of Wrath: Suggested Essay Topics
16. The Grapes of Wrath: Sample Essay Outlines
17. The Grapes of Wrath: Topics for Further Study
18. The Grapes of Wrath: Media Adaptations
19. The Grapes of Wrath: What Do I Read Next?
20. The Grapes of Wrath: Bibliography and Further Reading
21. The Grapes of Wrath: Pictures
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