How Does Steinbeck Present George And Lennie's Friendship

In the novel we are reading, Of Mice And Men, the story tells of two men looking for jobs. George and Lennie look about for jobs, taking a bit right after the Great Depression. They find a ranch with a boss and their new coworkers. George and Lennie only know each other so they have to depend on each other. They have to rely on their friendship to get through this job. How do George and Lennie's friendship explored and looked throughout the novel? The theme of friendship is explored many times throughout the novel. When their out looking for jobs, George tells Lennie that they will get through it together. When someone speaks to Lenny, George interrupts to talk for him. George says once they get to the boss, he's going to do all the talking and Lennie is not going to speak. ‘’I… aint gonna say nothin’. Jus’ gonna stan’ there.” Quote from page 8. George is relying on Lenny so that they can keep their jobs.

Especially to George and Lennie. Earlier in the novel, George says that Lennie may not be smart, but he is a real worker. George is acknowledging Lennie for his tough work. Lennie also depends on George. George could just leave Lennie, but George insisted on traveling with him. George usually gets rid of Lennie's dead mouse and throws it across the river. George would rather get a clean mouse or a puppy for Lennie. This proves George cares and that his friendship with Lennie is important. Since they only know each other and not anyone else, they have to rely on themselves to get through it. Every friendship should have