The Jungle by Upton Sinclair (Paperback)

The Jungle by Upton Sinclair is a groundbreaking novel that exposes the harsh realities of early 20th-century industrial America. In this paperback, Sinclair tells the story of Jurgis Rudkus, a Lithuanian immigrant struggling to survive in the brutal meatpacking industry of Chicago. Through Jurgis's harrowing journey, Sinclair reveals the exploitation of workers, unsanitary conditions, and corrupt practices that plagued the industry. A powerful piece of social commentary, The Jungle not only sparked widespread outrage but also helped inspire reforms in labor laws and food safety regulations.

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