The Jungle
by Upton Sinclair
About
The Meatpacking Industry
The story revolves around the life of Jurgis Rudkus, a Lithuanian immigrant who comes to America with his family in search of a better life. However, the harsh realities of life in Chicago in the early 20th century quickly become apparent as Jurgis and his family face exploitation, poverty, and appalling working conditions in the meatpacking industry.
First published in 1905, this edition is derived from the original book and contains 23 footnotes. As always, this edition is complete and unabridged.
Details
Author(s): Upton Sinclair
Illustrator(s): None
Translator(s): None
Dimensions: 6" x 9"
Pages: 336
Font Size: 12 pt
ISBN: 9781649653635
ASIN: 1649653638
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