Friendship. It is something that most of us have, and some even take for granted. In the novella Of Mice and Men by John Steinbeck, the two main characters, Lennie and George, are best friends, which allows them to remain optimistic, despite living as migrant workers during the Great Depression. This bond is what sets them apart from the rest of the characters in the story, who lead sad and depressing lives. Steinbeck reveals the theme that friendship can provide support for someone living in a harsh world. One of the ways Steinbeck demonstrates the significance of friendship is through interactions between the characters. First off, at the beginning of the book, the two main characters Lennie and George, are camping by a pond, and George