The Pearl
Chapter 2
Steinbeck makes a connection between the description of Kino's canoe and the formation of the pearls. What is the connection and why do you think he makes it?
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The only real connection I see is the curving bow of the canoe, and the curve of the pearl. His description of the "curve" in both instances speaks to their perfect formation.... their value.
They were high and graceful canoes with curving bow and stern and a braced section midships where a mast could be stepped to carry a small lateen sail.
He picked the pearl from the dying flesh and held it in his palm, and he turned it over and saw that its curve was perfect.
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