Slim

Slim

1. 'PRINCE OF THE RANCH'

   • Doesn't need the' high heeled boots' to have authority, as the boss and Curley do.
   • Is respected by the other workers

2. SURVIVAL OF THE FITTEST

   • Steinbeck introduces Slim, mentioning how good he is at his job, which is what is considered the most important thing in America 1930's

3. LONELINESS

   • Could be considered lonely, as he is the only one who is considered perfect, in a world where everyone is flawed.
   • Seeks to befriend George, and offers him hope at the end.

4. AS A COMPARISON

   • Steinbeck uses him to convey what people considered to be the ideal.
   • Highlights other people's flaws.

5. AMERICAN DREAM

   • Slim has consoled in where he is and doesn't look for more.

6. LINKS TO CANDY

   • Both have/had a dog.
   • Foreshadows that soon Slim will be old and helpless, just as Candy is. Cycle of life stops for no one.
   • Steinbeck conveys how no one can avoid ageing , and that one day 'Prince' Slim will be deemed useless.

7. CONTRAST TO CURLEY

   • Curley is jealous of Slim,as he has the authority that should belong to Curley.
   • Steinbeck conveys how being good at a job or having power isn't everything; the men like Slim due his kindness.

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