John Steinbeck's "The Grapes of Wrath". It also examines defiance found in the film "Cool Hand Luke" and the "Catcher in the Rye" by J.D. Salinger.

Without Hope, All is Lost Piercings and tattoos, riots and broken bottles, vandalism and crime; these are all aspects that come to mind when a person hears the word defiance. Defiance is often perceived to be negative, unnecessary, and destructive, while in reality can be a vital part of life. There are numerous aspects to defiance, many of which are positive and necessary to ensure survival. However, it is necessary to have the essence of …

…be defiant against all expectations. When a person is told that they cannot succeed, they must be defiant and do everything that is possible to achieve success. However, a person must always remember to always keep their hope and their faith. Hope is never lost. Without hope, defiance leads to destruction. Without hope, defiance can only lead to insanity. Without hope, defiance is useless and worthless. Nevertheless, combined with hope, defiance can bring miraculous change.