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The story of the Hamiltons is actually the story of Steinbeck's own family. He is writing his own origin story. This adds a layer of intimacy to the narration. Biography fans will love this connection. An East of Eden PDF allows you to read the "Hamilton chapters" as a memoir. Our website separates the fact from the fiction, explaining which characters were real ancestors of the author. We provide the biographical context that makes the story even more poignant.