The Grapes of Wrath

The Grapes of Wrath, by John Steinbeck is based in the 1930’s at the time of the Great Depression. There was much development at this time, which contributed and added to the hardships and struggles of the migrating people. There were many social, economical, cultural and political developments during this time.

The Social development of the migration for the less fortunate and poor families of Oklahoma showed a large and significant change. The Grapes of Wrath explains the time period through the Great Depression as a time of poverty and also a period of recession. The Joad family, after being kicked off their land, became poor and unable to afford day to day necessities to live. They also became a lot more social with other poor families like themselves, who were out looking for work. Ma Joad, instead of believing that only the more wealthier of the people could aid people in need, started to trust poor people, as she felt they were more worthy when she was in need for help....