Dreams, no matter how big or small, are important to individuals, as they provide motivation to achieve and chase their goals. In the novel Of Mice and Men, John Steinbeck explores the importance of dreams, and how they help individuals overcome hardship. Implicit in his novel is that idea that for most, the American Dream is impossible, and although individuals try desperately to pursue their goals, friendships and dreams are shattered.
George and Lennie are two of the main characters in Of Mice and Men who want the American Dream, but their dreams are never achieved due to Lennie's inability to stay out of trouble. George’s dream was to own his own farm with a vegetable patch, a river with salmon to cook smoked salmon, chickens, cows to make dairy, a little house with a room to themselves and rabbits. He also wanted independence, and would have gain it though being his own boss and working the hours which he wants to work. Although Lennie also wants the same as George, his main dream is to be able to tend the rabbits that will be on the farm. By having dreams, Lennie and George are motivated to work their hardest. These dreams also influence Lennie to listen to George and be on his best behaviour so that his disability does not impact their opportunities which will help them reach their dream. At the
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