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East Of Eden Chapter 22 Analysis

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The second part, chapter 22, of East of Eden by John Steinbeck is most notable for the naming ceremony that takes place; which marks a significant change in the character of Adam and the relationship between him and his twin boys. This plays upon popular themes within the book; the plight of man, paternal relationships, and the relationship between brothers. Up until this point, Adams twins remain nameless and Adam is caught in a spiral of depression. By the (somewhat violent) hands of Samuel, Adam is convinced to change this and discuss possible names for the twins among Samuel and Lee. When Cathy left Adam “saw the world through gray water” (Steinbeck 252). Because of this, he did not pay much attention to the twins that he and Cathy bore.
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