George and Lennie remain together, despite hardships and difficulties. Their shared loneliness and lack of opportunities in their country is one thing that keeps them close. George’s loyalty to Lennie, as well as Lennie’s aunt Clara is another factor that keeps them together. Lennie wouldn’t be able survive without George. George also feels like he has accomplished something by caring for Lennie. George and Lennie travel together, they talk to each other as they do so. George explains that ranchers are among the loneliest men in the world. They don’t have a family. They have no family. George sacrificed himself to care for Lennie. Lennie’s care is usually George’s responsibility, but he promised Aunt Clara to take good care of Lennie.
George yelled, “Lennie!” When Lennie was drinking dirty water in a pond as they traveled to the Ranch. Lennie please don’t drank so much “… Lennie is George’s friend and companion. It is their repeated statement about friendship that speaks the loudest. Lennie and George repeatedly say that they’re not like other travelers as they discuss the details of their future plan and dream. George: We ain’t that way” Lennie, “Not us!” An’ why? To George, owning their own place symbolizes independance, feeling secure, and having control over their own lives. To Lennie, it provides safety, the responsibility of looking after rabbits, and a place where he can feel protected.
Candy sees his farm as a safe place to grow old and fit in. Crooks will find self-respect and acceptance at the farm. George, Lennie Candy Crooks and Candy all have a dream that includes their human dignity. The dream must be shared and had, but that is not sufficient to make it come true. The dream can be stolen by anyone, whether they are trying to do it or not. Initially, obstacles can be difficult, but they are not insurmountable. Staying out of trouble and not spending money at bordellos or on liquor is one way to start.
Lennie is responsible for himself and not a kid. This complicates the relationship. George, Lennie’s caretaker, is only legally responsible for Lennie’s wrongdoings. This leads us to the book’s dramatic climax.