Cannery Row by John Steinbeck. Choose three major characters from the novel and discuss how each one contributes to the group psyche ( brain ) of the cannery Row area. Use quotes from the novel to prove main points. use suggested criteria for evaluation of characters. you may use what minor characters say about the major characters as well. The essay should have a clear thesis and be at least 8 paragraphs long. (10 sentences each ) include in text citations and a work cited page.