Loneliness is certainly one of the key themes of this novel. George introduces this theme early in the novel when he tells Lennie that their job as ranch hands is one of the loneliest jobs there is.
Lennie- no one really understands him
Crooks- Being the only black man on the ranch, has made Crooks have a hard personailty. He has no friends, or anyone to talk to. The owner forces him to work with the animals instead of people. He doesn't want to be friends with Lennie because he thinks he will get hurt in the process.
Candy- After his dog dies, Candy grives and wants his dog back. His dog was his only friend. Plus, unlike the other men, his dog cared for him.
Curley's wife- She just wants attention. The guys call her a 'slut' because she isn't loved. If Curley loved her the right way, she wouldn't bother the men. Curley's wife is the only women on the ranch, and isn't treated right. This makes her act like a slut, because she just wants someone to talk to.
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