The Pearl by John Steinbeck Paperback Book 9780241980361

Steinbeck at the top of his form New York TimesIn the town they tell the story of the great pearl how it was found and how it was lost again They tell of Kino the fisherman and of his wife Juana and of the baby Coyotito And because the story has been told so often it has taken root in every mans mindThe Pearl is Steinbecks heartbreaking short parable about wealth and the darkness and evil it can instill in even the most generous of mens hearts This edition features a stunning new cover by renowned artist Bijou KarmanThe Pearl has the distinction and sincerity that are evident in everything he writes New YorkerThere is no more impressive writer on either side of the Atlantic Time and TideSteinbeck is to be judged by the highest standards New York Herald Tribune