Steinbeck's letters to his editor and friend Pascal

Fast facts about John Steinbeck's 'East of Eden'

The deeper significance of the character, Cathy/Kate Trask: evil incarnate and modeled after John Steinbeck's second wife, Gwyn.

The university possesses the largest collection of Steinbeck material in the world, including all primary and secondary works, original films and videos, artwork and memorabilia.

Steinbeck's female characters are more than stereotypical prostitutes or mother figures, they are creative, independent and strong.