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Tortilla Flat, published in 1935, is a novel by John Steinbeck that tells the story of a group of paisanos living in Monterey, California, during the Great Depression
. Against the backdrop of World War I, the novel primarily revolves around Danny, whose inheritance of two houses unexpectedly transforms his easy going life. Filled with camaraderie, laughter, and misadventures, the novel explores the dynamics of friendship and the impact of newfound wealth on a close-knit community.Read the a full book summary, an in-depth character analysis of Danny, and explanations of important quotes from Tortilla Flat.
