Travels with Charley

In Search of America

Travels with Charley is John Steinbeck's account of a 1960 road trip around the United States, undertaken with his standard poodle, Charley. Traveling in a custom camper truck, Steinbeck visits cities, small towns, and natural landmarks while observing American landscapes, regional speech, and social attitudes. The book blends travel narrative with reflection on national identity and the changes Steinbeck perceives across the country.

by John Steinbeck

Viking Press · First published 1962 · 262 pages