Travels with Charley

"Travels with Charley" is a travel memoir by John Steinbeck, published in 1962, in which he retraces his journey across the United States with his poodle, Charley. The book explores themes of self-discovery, American culture, and regional diversity, offering insights into his observations and reflections on the people and places he encounters. Steinbeck’s narrative combines personal storytelling with social commentary, capturing a snapshot of America in the early 1960s. It’s both a travelogue and a meditation on community, identity, and the changing landscape of the nation.