The Pearl
What does Juana pray for? Why does Steinbeck then talk about how the minds of people are as unsubstantial as the mirage of the gulf?
Chapter 2
Please use quotes as evidence.
Chapter 2
Please use quotes as evidence.
Instead of praying for Coyotito to heal magically, which seems an impossible occurrence, Juana prays for Kino to find a pearl large enough to pay for the doctor's services. The chances of this are nearly impossible but she tries anyway.