To a God Unknown

Book • 1933

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Mentioned by

Lindsay Graham

as a 1930s novel Steinbeck published alongside other works though it initially sold poorly.

Recommended by

Christopher Gillespie

as his favorite Steinbeck work, depicting mythic themes and a character's connection to nature.

Mentioned by

Donovan Riley

when discussing trickster figures and the illusion of control.

Mentioned by

Susan Shillinglaw

as Steinbeck's second novel set in California, exploring humans' relationship to the land and spirituality.

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