"Of Mice and Men's" literary merit

The quote noted by Oscar Wilde, "The books that the world calls immoral are the books that show the world its own shame", demonstrates his belief on censors, who hold the power of removing classical literature from the high school curriculum. One such novel, Steinbeck's Of Mice and Men, is a rather controversial novel and have been frequently criticized. A tragic story about the brutality of loneliness and the significance of dreams, the novel fills …

…like Lennie, George, and other ranch workers exist among people. In summary, the characters' genuine friendship, like the unbroken bond between George and Lennie is one of the most important themes to the story. Also, the character-developed microcosm is a method used by Steinbeck to create the different problems people face. By all means, this priceless work of literature is contributed by both of the factors and should certainly remain in the high school curriculum.