In Of Mice and Men, Steinbeck illustrates themes of friendship, loneliness, seclusion through the use of his characters. In the novel Lennie and George are both secluded by choice while Curley's wife is secluded by her husband.
First, Lennie Small is a character in the story that depends on his friend George to give him advice and protect him in situations he does not understand. His enormous strength and his pleasure in petting soft animals are a dangerous combination. He and George share the dream of owning a farm, but he does not understand the meaning of that dream. He is secluded in that idea, and taking care of rabbits, that he doesn't realize that it would only be a dream in the end.
Second, George Milton is a migrant worker who protects and cares for Lennie. George dreams of some day owning his own land, but he realizes the difficulty of making this dream come true. George gives Lennie advice and tries to watch out for him, ultimately taking responsibility for not only......

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Title: Of Mice And Men Themes
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