Just to say, me too, read the lot. But why, oh why, did I plod through Log From the Sea of Cortez - a real bore. I think I was just afraid I might miss something.

I went to Monterey some years ago to try to get the spirit of Steinbeck. I recall they had painted some murals on the walls along Cannery Row which worked quite well. I decided Monterey might be a good place to retire to, but that was probably more to do with luxuries properties, stunning sea views and the local seal population.

cheers, Terry