"The Red Pony" by John Steinbeck is a poignant coming-of-age story set on a California ranch. It follows a young boy named Jody Tiflin, who longs for the responsibilities and experiences of adulthood. When he receives a red pony named Gabilan, his joy is immense, but he soon faces harsh realities of life, including loss and the inevitability of change. Through his relationship with the pony and the lessons taught by his father and the ranch hand, Gitano, Jody learns valuable lessons about love, responsibility, and the cycle of life, shaping his understanding of the world around him. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

There are 124 pages in this book. This book was published in 1996 by Teacher's Pet Publications .