September 20, 2025Open Access

Social Injustice Within the Frame of the American Dream in John Steinbeck's Novel the Grapes of Wrath

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Analysis reveals how social injustice undermines equal opportunity during the Great Depression, suggesting a loss of hope.

Social injustice erodes the promise of the american dream, leading many to feel hopeless and disenfranchised.
The decline in belief of equal opportunity is particularly evident during the great depression, affecting various communities.
Labor corruption further exacerbates social injustice, hindering the ability of hard-working individuals to achieve success.
Characters in Steinbeck's narrative represent broader societal struggles faced by marginalized groups in pursuit of the american dream.

Kupavyh et al. (2025) studied this question.

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