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The jungle
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The jungle

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"The Jungle" is a novel written by the American author Upton Sinclair. It was first published in 1906 and is a powerful work of social and political fiction. The novel is set in the early 20th century and follows the life of Jurgis Rudkus, a Lithuanian immigrant who arrives in Chicago with his family. Jurgis and his family face the harsh realities of urban life, including oppressive working conditions, exploitation, and abject poverty in the meatpacking industry. "The Jungle" exposes the deplorable working conditions in the Chicago meatpacking plants and the exploitation of laborers. Upton Sinclair intended "The Jungle" to raise awareness about the harsh realities of the American industrial system and the need for labor reform. While the novel's focus on the meatpacking industry led to significant changes in food safety regulations and labor laws, it is also celebrated for its unflinching portrayal of the immigrant experience and the human cost of industrialization. The novel is a classic of American literature and is often studied for its historical and social significance.

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Format
Paperback
Publisher
Culturea
Date
7 November 2023
Pages
228
ISBN
9791041824663

This title is printed to order. This book may have been self-published. If so, we cannot guarantee the quality of the content. In the main most books will have gone through the editing process however some may not. We therefore suggest that you be aware of this before ordering this book. If in doubt check either the author or publisher’s details as we are unable to accept any returns unless they are faulty. Please contact us if you have any questions.

"The Jungle" is a novel written by the American author Upton Sinclair. It was first published in 1906 and is a powerful work of social and political fiction. The novel is set in the early 20th century and follows the life of Jurgis Rudkus, a Lithuanian immigrant who arrives in Chicago with his family. Jurgis and his family face the harsh realities of urban life, including oppressive working conditions, exploitation, and abject poverty in the meatpacking industry. "The Jungle" exposes the deplorable working conditions in the Chicago meatpacking plants and the exploitation of laborers. Upton Sinclair intended "The Jungle" to raise awareness about the harsh realities of the American industrial system and the need for labor reform. While the novel's focus on the meatpacking industry led to significant changes in food safety regulations and labor laws, it is also celebrated for its unflinching portrayal of the immigrant experience and the human cost of industrialization. The novel is a classic of American literature and is often studied for its historical and social significance.

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Format
Paperback
Publisher
Culturea
Date
7 November 2023
Pages
228
ISBN
9791041824663