An epic story of the nineteen-thirties' Depression, The Grapes of Wrath traces the journey of one destitute family among the thousands who fled the Dust Bowl to the promise of California.
Awakened the conscience of a nation: This powerful narrative brought widespread attention to the struggles of the era.
Award-winning: The novel was awarded the Pulitzer Prize upon its release in 1939.
Comparable impact: Its influence has been likened to that of Uncle Tom's Cabin.