Review of The Grapes of Wrath (1940) by Marcus W — 30 Jan 2016

Though a little more political than its source material, the universal truths and the empathy it inspires rings louder than ever in this 1940 masterpiece.

This review of The Grapes of Wrath (1940) was written by Marcus W on 30 Jan 2016.

The Grapes of Wrath has generally received very positive reviews.

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