anddream of
saving up their money and purchasing their own small farm.
This is a part of
the American Dream of land ownership that is largely out of the reach of migrant workers like
George and Lennie. They crave it because it would give them a chance to put down roots and
become part of a community, rather than wandering constantly in search of work. They dream of
the independence it would give them, including the chance to take a day off if they felt like
it. Further, rather than having to share a bunkhouse with strangers, some of whom can be
unpleasant, they could surround themselves with friends.
Lennie dreams of
raising rabbits, and George comforts him when they are both feeling down by conjuring an image
of the bounty the farm would produce. This modest dream helps sustain them through the rough
times they have faced in the Great Depression. Other ranch hands are also inspired by the dream
and ask to be a part of it.
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