The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck

John Steinbeck’s The Grapes of Wrath is a powerful novel about survival, dignity, and hope during the Great Depression. It follows the Joad family as they leave the Dust Bowl of Oklahoma in search of a better life in California, only to face hardship, injustice, and resilience in the face of poverty. Moving and unforgettable, it remains one of the greatest American novels of the 20th century.