Tortilla flat

Set in Monterey, California, 'Tortilla Flat' follows the adventures of a group of paisanos, men of mixed Spanish, Mexican, and Indian descent, as they navigate life, friendship, and the pursuit of wine.

The novel is Steinbeck's first major success and explores themes of camaraderie and the beauty of simple living.

It was inspired by the Arthurian legends, comparing the characters to the Knights of the Round Table.