John Steinbeck has been characterized as having been influenced by the likes of Charles Darwin, the naturalist, author of The Origin of Species, and champion of the theory of evolution. read more
Among novelist John Steinbeck's literary influences were the parts of California where he grew up, the people he knew and memories from his personal life. He also drew on current and historical events for the backgrounds, settings, themes and storylines of his novels. read more
John Steinbeck John Steinbeck has been characterized as having been influenced by the likes of Charles Darwin, the naturalist, author of The Origin of Species, and champion of the theory of evolution. read more