Of mice and men essay which discusses the theme of loneliness in the novel

Of Mice and Men Essay In the novel Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck loneliness is a theme that plays out the entire novel affecting almost every character. Nearly all of the characters display a "handicap" some that aren't as obvious as others. Whether because of a physical or mental handicap, age, class, race, or gender, almost everyone finds themselves outside the structures of social power, and each suffers greatly as a result. Lennie's …

…in on the farm also. Their idea of paradise serves as a cure for their loneliness. Throughout the novel loneliness plays as one of the main themes. Most of the characters experience some kind of loneliness due to their different problems. Very few characters are exempt from the loneliness most feel. Whether the issue is race or age all the characters feel the same pain and suffering. All of this is shown throughout the novel.