"The Pearl" by John Steibeck

Theme: To generalize the story in a word is that geed transforms certain humble citizens into envious savages. It appears to be that man has acquired a greed and appetite for wealth. The Priest, and the doctor, and Kino have all undergone a change due to money. They are all affected by their hunger for wealth and in turn are the base for their own destruction, and the destruction of society. Steinbeck's "The Pearl" is …

…doctor, and Kino were all affected by the affects of greed. Whether they are striving for wealth or are in the path of those that are, they are all equally affected. The story of Midas lives on as a caution to those who crave the warmth and comfort of money. Beckoning to those who struggle to achieve wealth, and hoping that they will respond, and possibly not put wealth on the top shelf of life.