'Of Mice and Men' did

I had purchased both 'Catcher in the Rye' and 'Of Mice and Men' at the same time having vaguely remembered that I had enjoyed them both in my teenage years. Whereas 'Catcher...' disappointed me this time (read post below) , 'Of Mice and Men' was absolutely wonderful.

The way John Steinbeck builds-up the two main characters inspite of it being a short book is a testament to his great writing skills. Despite it being a pithy tale he offers the reader insight into farm life, race relations and dreams of migrant workers in California during the '30s.

The poignant ending moved me to tears.