Margaret AtwoodCould it be he was feeling a certain nostalgia for the war, despite its stench and meaningless carnage? For that questionless life of instinct?
About This Quote
This quote is from the novel Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck, which was written in 1939. It explores the life of a farmer during the Great Depression. During this time, many farmers were forced to migrate to other states in search for work. The title refers to the hunger and poverty that Steinbeck saw his character endure.
Source: The Blind Assassin
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