In defense of Candy's joining in on the plan to buy a ranch being the high point of the narrative of Of Mice and Men, George's acceptance of Candy demonstrates the theme of the fraternity of men as a real solution to the disenfranchisement of men during the Depression.
When Candy offers to contribute his compensation money from his accident to George and Lennie's plan of starting a small ranch, his gesture causes George...
In defense of Candy's joining in on the plan to buy a ranch being the high point of the narrative of Of Mice and Men, George's acceptance of Candy demonstrates the theme of the fraternity of men as a real solution to the disenfranchisement of men during the Depression.
When Candy offers to contribute his compensation money from his accident to George and Lennie's plan of starting a small ranch, his gesture causes George to rethink his plans. He tells Candy if he and Lennie work a month and do not spend anything, they will have a hundred dollars, and with Candy's money, they could actually buy some land.
They fell into a silence. They looked at one another amazed. This thing they had never really believed in was coming true. George said reverently, "...I bet we could swing her." His eyes were full of wonder. "I bet we could swing her," he repeated softly.
For the first time, George feels that their dream is possible. And, it is because someone else has joined in with them. "George stood up. 'We'll do her." Joining with another has made all the difference. Men working together can accomplish what no individual can.
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