The Pearl
The Pearl
Explain why Steinbeck chose to end the story when he did.
Explain why Steinbeck chose to end the story when he did.
I think Steinbeck framed the pearl as having power over men's hearts. It brought out a sense of evil and Kino finally understood what Juana knew all along. The real pearl was their baby Coyotito and now, because of the pearl, he is dead. Kino must rid himself of the pearl.