Steinbeck's tough yet charming portait of people on the margin of society, dependent on one another for both physical and emotional survival. — Published in 1945, Cannery Row focuses on the acceptance of life as it is: both the exuberance of community and the loneliness of the individual. — Drawing on his memories of the real inhabitants of Monter... more »

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ISBN-13: 9780140187373 ISBN-10: 0140187375 Pages: 185 Rating: Currently 3.7/5 Stars. 46 3.7 stars, based on 46 ratings	Publisher: Penguin Books Book Type: Paperback Other Versions: Hardcover Reviews: Member \| Amazon \| Write a Review

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Currently 4.5/5 Stars.

lupielady reviewed Cannery Row on 10/25/2007 + 232 more book reviews

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I thought all of Steinbecks books were real serious like "Grapes of Wrath" and boy was I wrong. This book is so funny and delightful! I found out he wrote several funny books. The people in this book are so real and charming. I really loved this book!

Currently 4.5/5 Stars.

Ellen C. (marathonmom) reviewed Cannery Row on 9/10/2008 + 22 more book reviews

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I've read this book at three different times in my life - high school, as a young newlywed, and as a mom with two teenage kids. Each time I take away something different. Steinbeck truly writes for all of us. The character of Doc is my favorite - brilliant, driven, but deeply flawed. Who among us doesn't carry varied pieces of the same life?

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