John Steinbeck's Paradox And Dream

For many years Americans have depicted themselves as as good people and established their nation as immensely successful; but the actions of most Americans reflect that they are not truly what they make of themselves. The “Paradox and Dream” written by John Steinbeck discusses the problems of Americans and their self-contradicting ways; he was able to express his thoughts on Americans through using several paradoxes. Americans believe that their country is a country of success and good character but in reality their actions suggest that they are a self-contradicting nation that doesn’t stand firmly for their beliefs. Americans believe themselves to be “kind and hospitable and open with both guests and strangers” yet they would “make a wide