Interested in Watching ‘East of Eden?’ Here’s a Summary of What You Should Know

This October, Netflix premiered its adaptation of John Steinbeck’s 1952 novel, East of Eden. This show has been long awaited, featuring an impressive cast including Florence Pugh and Christopher Abbott to bring to life one of Steinbeck’s most infamously well-loved novels. If you’ve started or are considering starting the show, but are looking for some background on the book, you’ve come to the right place.