by A.L. "Scrap" Lundy

A timeless tour through John Steinbeck's world, Real Life on Cannery Row: Real People, Places, and Events that Inspired John Steinbeck highlights the unique individuals and memorable moments that influenced Steinbeck's iconic novel. Perfect for both Steinbeck scholars and casual readers, the book offers essential insight into Cannery Row and is a helpful companion piece for Steinbeck students and fans of all ages. Plus, it's a great read on its own. Author A.L. "Scrap" Lundy brings each character from the book to life, showcasing the true stories behind the fictional events. In his Foreword, noted author Thomas Steinbeck expresses the need for this well-researched work to enhance the experience of reading his father's classic. Lundy has filled Real Life on Cannery Row with information gathered not just from the recorded history, but from scores of original interviews with people who actually knew Steinbeck and the real-life "characters" who became Doc, Flora, Gay, Mack, et al. Packed with rich detail and impressively researched, Real Life on Cannery Row takes readers behind the scenes and reintroduces them to characters the world has already come to love.

Real Life on Cannery Row is a must-have for Steinbeck fans all over the world as well as Monterey enthusiasts. For tourists eager to visit Cannery Row, Lundy explores the sites featured in Cannery Row.