Of Mice and Men | Chapter 1 Summary and Analysis
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George Milton: migrant worker who cares for Lennie Small
Lennie Small: mildly retarded migrant worker, George’s companion
Summary
Following a worn path from the highway, George Milton and Lennie Small come upon the peaceful banks of the Salinas River and stop to rest. After drinking from the river, George reminds Lennie of their destination, a ranch just up the highway where they will work bucking barley.
Sitting in this haven along the banks of the river, George notices Lennie has something...
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