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The Jungle

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The narrative follows a Slavic family's harrowing journey as they emigrate to America, driven by hope but quickly confronted with the harsh realities of life in the Chicago stockyards. It exposes the appalling labor practices and unsanitary conditions that lead to their descent into poverty and despair. This gripping tale serves as a stark commentary on the American Dream, offering a brutally realistic portrayal that lingers with readers well beyond the final page.

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Taal
Engels
Jaar van publicatie
2013
Aantal pagina's
376
ISBN13
9781940177250
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Oorspronkelijke titel
The jungle
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The narrative follows a Slavic family's harrowing journey as they emigrate to America, driven by hope but quickly confronted with the harsh realities of life in the Chicago stockyards. It exposes the appalling labor practices and unsanitary conditions that lead to their descent into poverty and despair. This gripping tale serves as a stark commentary on the American Dream, offering a brutally realistic portrayal that lingers with readers well beyond the final page.