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This brief novel narrates the discovery of a pearl of incalculable value and the consequences it brings to a modest fisherman, Kino, whose son has been the victim of a scorpion sting. However, the interest of this novel lies in the confrontation between two worlds, that of the rich and that of the poor, and in the process of change in human relations depending on the economic situation of the individuals. This explains why it is a novel widely used in schools to encourage ethical reflection.

In the centenary of this great author, it was imperative to dignify and make available to Spanish readers a good hardcover edition of this small literary gem. Steinbeck achieved his great novels by focusing on the observation of everyday reality and describing the undisputable greatness of seemingly simple characters, elements from which he showed the great truths of human behavior. Now in a new pocket format.

The novel tells the story of Kino, a modest pearl diver, whose life is changed forever when he discovers an exceptional pearl. The pearl, which could ensure a better future for his family, also attracts the greed of the wealthy and powerful, who will do anything to take it away from him. The confrontation between Kino's world and that of the elite reveals the inequalities and injustices that exist in society.

Through this simple yet powerful story, Steinbeck masterfully explores the themes of poverty, wealth, corruption, and the human struggle for dignity and justice. The novel invites the reader to reflect on the moral dilemmas faced by the characters and the universal truths that underlie the human experience.

Despite its brevity, "The Pearl" is a work of great depth and complexity, which has become a classic of world literature. Steinbeck's ability to create memorable characters and to delve into the depths of the human soul make this novel a timeless masterpiece that continues to captivate and inspire readers around the world.

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