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My pickup from my trip to the finger lakes. I like Steinbeck and so far enjoyed what I have read written by him so I thought I would give this one a chance.
The Wayward Bus | 
My pickup from my trip to the finger lakes. I like Steinbeck and so far enjoyed what I have read written by him so I thought I would give this one a chance.
pickAs usual, Steinbeck's masterful description of the scenery is top notch. The Wayward Bus also has some witty dialogue. Steinbeck uses the dialog to portray the characters that are a cross section of American culture. It's like a commentary on the way Steinbeck sees various types of people. I felt I could identify with some of the characters. I felt Steinbeck over-emphasized the sexual tension between the characters.
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This is the first book that came to mind but not my first thought. My first thought was the Kindermusik song Wheels on the Bus. 💜🎶
pickSuperb writing and such depth in the characters. I found I read chunks then left a while, then returned and read more.
I didn't have the same sense of true adoration for this book as I have for some of the others but still a brilliantly written novel.
Ah, how I love his writing 😊😍📚.
Almost brand new copy from Bookbarn nearby.
Steinbeck has always been enjoyable for me. Smooth words and rough social subjects; goes in like a warm coffee. All the better with company in precautionary isolation.
pick# 16 of 100 Classics Challenge
this group of discontented passengers with quite diverse backgrounds and lifestyles are forced to weather the storm togethr on a bus...and they find that maybe the one thing we have in common isn't our title or what we are...but who we allow ourselves to be.
Excellent.
# 16 of 100 Classics Challenge
Another great novel by Steinbeck that explores humanity and the relationships people share....definitely a pick!
Just starting this.......a look at humanity.....
Should I consider this a classic?
Compelling, well characterised and a fascinating insight into Steinbeck‘s misogynistic take on women!
pickSteinbeck loves to explore all the crazy minds of his characters. This book, while quite a departure from what I think of when I think Steinbeck, is a great study of character development. Here we have a group of people from different backgrounds and goals together on a bus that may or may not get stranded due to rain and flooding and an unsteady bridge. Not a ton happens in this book but my, we do get to know each of the characters!
pickSteinbeck has amazing skill in presenting his characters. Each is one of a kind, allowing them to connect with the reader. His characters are well developed, He is an unsurpassed master, at least that's what I think. While probably not one of my favorite Steinbeck works, it's certainly a good one. Beautiful look at a piece of time in a group of peoples lives.
pickCruised through this and loved it. What a fun cast of dysfunctional characters.
