Upton Sinclair Libros

Segundo volumen de la apasionante saga de Lanny Budd, heredero del emporio armamentistico Budd y joven playboy que vivir los tiempos onvulsos que rodean a 1929

Escrito tras una visita a los mataderos de Chicago, se trata de una descripción dura y realista de las inhumanas condiciones de trabajo en el sector. No es frecuente que un libro tenga semejante impacto político, pero su publicación generó protestas a favor de reformas laborales y agrícolas a lo largo y ancho de Estados Unidos, y dio lugar a una investigación de Roosevelt y el gobierno federal que culminó en laPure Food Legislation? de 1906, acogida favorablemente por la opinión pública. Esta edición contiene los 36 capítulos de la versión original sin censurar, y una interesante introducción que desvela los criterios censores aplicados en la edición comercial

Exploring the life of Jesus through a blend of historical and human perspectives, Upton Sinclair offers a unique portrayal that may challenge traditional views. Esteemed theologians have praised the novel for its reverence despite its unorthodox approach. Sinclair intertwines themes of religion and politics, presenting a narrative that resonates with both devout readers and those seeking a deeper understanding of Jesus's journey from Galilee to Golgotha. This Collector's Edition invites readers to engage with a thought-provoking interpretation of a significant figure.

Set between 1934 and 1937, this installment of the Lanny Budd Series features the protagonist as a secret double agent opposing the Nazis. As a supporter of the resistance movement in Germany, Lanny navigates the complexities of espionage and political intrigue during a tumultuous era. The narrative explores themes of bravery and moral conviction against the backdrop of rising fascism, following the critically acclaimed Dragon's Teeth.

The book is a facsimile reprint of an original antiquarian work, preserving its historical significance despite potential imperfections like marks and notations. It aims to protect and promote cultural literature by providing an accessible, high-quality modern edition that remains faithful to the original text.

The horrifying conditions of the Chicago stockyards and the meatpacking industry are revealed through this narrative of a young immigrant's struggles in America.

Focusing on personal development, Upton Sinclair explores the cultivation of both mind and body in this 1922 work. He aims to guide readers toward achieving health, happiness, and success, providing insights on how to lead a fulfilling life through holistic growth.

Focusing on labor rights and social justice, the narrative follows Hal Warner as he leads a strike to empower coal miners against a corrupt baron in the backdrop of the Colorado Coalfield War. Sinclair's 1917 novel highlights the struggles of workers facing exploitation, echoing his earlier critiques of the meatpacking industry in The Jungle. Through this gripping tale, Sinclair exposes the harsh realities of wage slavery and the fight for unionization, culminating in a dramatic confrontation that underscores the urgency of reform.

Contained in this volume are many of the most stirring, thought-provoking and incisive writings on the struggle of humanity against social injustice ever written. Contributors include Upton Sinclair, Jack London, Euripides, Dante, Zola, and Tolstoy as well as contemporary authors such as Martin Luther King, Jr., Nelson Mandela, Yevgeny Yevtushenko, and Mahatma Gandhi.