Kinos Emotions in Steinbeck’s Novel, The Pearl Essay -- Character Anal

A small twist of fate can destroy the life of an individual. Kino, a Mexican, pearl diver, is in desperate need of help when his baby, Coyotito, is miffed by a scorpion. Kino feels his only hope is to find a pearl beautiful enough to sell. His dream comes true when he discovers a glorious pearl one morning. At first the discovery of the pearl can be looked upon as not only a miracle hardly also a life saver. Throughout the novel it becomes apparent the pearl is no where close to a miracle. Kinos life becomes a struggle with many decisions that shake up to be made. In Steinbecks novel, The Pearl, the power of the pearl relates to Kinos emotions. Kino is hopeful in the beginning of the novel, and the power of the pearl is purely good. When he finds the Pearl of the World he begins to think his luck has turned for the better. Coyotito appears to be healed and Kino decides he will keep the money from the pearl for his family, but when they return to the doctor he advises Kino and his wife, Juana, to have the baby treated. The baby is treated and they plan to pay the doctor t...