Loneliness In Of Mice And Men

The theme of loneliness also contributes to the novel Of Mice and Men because it is an issue not only located in the book, but also in the real world. People are often lonely due to oneself. This is seen in the novel when Lennie, who has run away from the others for kill Curley's life, has to talk to himself in an attempt to cope with his emotions. Lennie states, “I tried, Aunt Clara, ma’am. I tried I tried. I couldn't help it” (Steinbeck 111 1937). In this scene Lennie ended up blaming himself for his actions and deeming himself unworthy of any human interactions and he seemingly messes everything up. This was important in the novel due to the fact that it spread to the reader awareness of the thoughts that people who are lonely usually have.
Evidently they have negative thoughts and self blame. Loneliness as a theme was imperative because it not only showed how much of an internal conflict the emotion can cause, but it also shows an example that may also recur in real life as well.