The Pearl is a haunting and timeless tale of the dangers of unexpected wealth by Nobel prizewinner John Steinbeck, author of The Grapes of Wrath.
When poor pearl diver Kino discovers 'the greatest pearl in the world', he dreams of comfort, security and safety for his wife and baby son.
He does not suspect the terrifying greed, desire and fear that they will soon encounter in this timeless fable about the potential danger of unexpected wealth.
The Pearl is a haunting and timeless tale of the dangers of unexpected wealth by Nobel prizewinner John Steinbeck, author of The Grapes of Wrath. When poor pearl diver Kino discovers 'the greatest pearl in the world', he dreams of comfort, security and safety for his wife and baby son. He does not suspect the terrifying greed, desire and fear that they will soon encounter in this timeless fable about the potential danger of unexpected wealth.