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What are the themes in Of Mice and Men?
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Of Mice and Men is about the loss of innocence

One of the protagonists of the story, Lennie, views the world in a childlike way, due to a mental disability. His inability to understand his strength often leads to him accidentally hurting others.

Supporting arguments · 2

  1. Lennie's interactions with animals
    Lennie has a fixation on small, soft animals and is known for accidentally killing them.
  2. Lennie's interactions with women
    Lennie often finds himself in situations in which he injures or frightens a woman.