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The Jungle

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  • 348 páginas
  • 13 horas de lectura

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Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century Chicago, this uncensored novel reveals the harrowing experiences of an immigrant family working in the brutal conditions of the meatpacking industry. Upton Sinclair's vivid portrayal of exploitation and contamination sparked public outrage, leading to significant reforms like the Pure Food and Drug Act. The narrative critiques the American ideals of liberty and equality, exposing the grim realities of oppression and suffering. Sinclair's work remains a powerful commentary on labor struggles and social justice.

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Título
The Jungle
Idioma
Inglés
Publicado en
2008
Páginas
348
ISBN13
9781934568460
Serie
Título original
The jungle
Calificación
4,25 de 5
Descripción
Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century Chicago, this uncensored novel reveals the harrowing experiences of an immigrant family working in the brutal conditions of the meatpacking industry. Upton Sinclair's vivid portrayal of exploitation and contamination sparked public outrage, leading to significant reforms like the Pure Food and Drug Act. The narrative critiques the American ideals of liberty and equality, exposing the grim realities of oppression and suffering. Sinclair's work remains a powerful commentary on labor struggles and social justice.