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The Jungle

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Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century America, this novel exposes the harsh conditions and exploitation faced by immigrant workers in the meatpacking industry of Chicago. Through vivid storytelling, it highlights the struggles for survival and the quest for dignity amid rampant corruption and inhumane labor practices. Sinclair's work not only critiques capitalism but also ignites social reform, making it a pivotal piece in American literature and labor history.

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Taal
Engels
Jaar van publicatie
2022
Aantal pagina's
402
ISBN13
9789354994821
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Oorspronkelijke titel
The jungle
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Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century America, this novel exposes the harsh conditions and exploitation faced by immigrant workers in the meatpacking industry of Chicago. Through vivid storytelling, it highlights the struggles for survival and the quest for dignity amid rampant corruption and inhumane labor practices. Sinclair's work not only critiques capitalism but also ignites social reform, making it a pivotal piece in American literature and labor history.