They were fed and clothed and taken care of until they were too old, and then they were kicked out. This ending was no deterrent. No one who is young is ever going to be old.
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In John Steinbeck's "East of Eden," the author explores the theme of neglected youth and the harsh realities they face as they grow older. The quote reflects how young individuals are provided for until they reach a certain age, only to be abandoned once they can no longer be seen as valuable. This highlights a cycle of care that ultimately concludes with isolation and rejection, a stark reminder of society's tendency...
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