## Book Cover  ## Book Summary East of Eden is a novel by the American writer John Steinbeck, first published in 1952. The novel is set in the Salinas Valley of California, and follows the lives of two families, the Trasks and the Hamiltons, over several generations. The novel is known for its complex and multi-layered exploration of themes such as family, identity, and the human capacity for both good and evil. It has been translated into many languages and continues to be read and studied around the world. It is considered one of Steinbeck's greatest works. ## Related Links - https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/4406.East_of_Eden ## Reading Notes -