... realization that the new title vividly expressed what he was trying to accomplish as a writer. It not only relates to the theme and occurrences within the book, it adds to the idea that some things in life, such as death, are unavoidable. It illustrates that we as human beings strive to develop a way to overcome the insignificant role we occupy in the world. Like the characters in the novel, we ... and causes them to go astray, leaving us nothing but grief and pain. The images of mice and men are also the central focus of the book. The characters "George, Lennie, Candy and Crooks "are mic...

• Word Count: 497
• Approx Pages: 2
• Grade Level: High School