The Pearl John Steinbeck A young and strong man named Kino once lived in the city, La Paz, near the Gulf shore. ... While searching for a valuable pearl, he heard another song- the Song of the Pearl That Might Be. ... This pearl was as perfect as the moon. It was the greatest pearl in the world! ... They were obviously looking for the pearl. ...

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• Grade Level: High School