The Machine

The Machine is a novel written by Upton Sinclair, first published in 1912. The story follows the life of a young man named Jurgis Rudkus, who emigrates from Lithuania to Chicago with his family in search of a better life. However, they soon find themselves trapped in the harsh realities of the city's meatpacking industry, where they are subjected to exploitation, poverty, and corruption.As Jurgis struggles to survive and provide for his family, he becomes disillusioned with the American Dream and the capitalist system that dominates his world. He witnesses firsthand the brutal conditions faced by workers in the industry, as well as the corrupt practices of politicians and business owners who profit from their suffering.Throughout the book, Sinclair uses vivid descriptions and powerful imagery to expose the inhumanity of the meatpacking industry and the social injustices of the time. The Machine is a powerful critique of the capitalist system and a call to action for social reform.Overall, The Machine is a gripping and thought-provoking novel that offers a stark portrayal of life in early 20th century America. It remains a classic work of American literature and a testament to the power of storytelling to effect change.GRIMES. How different? We've got the police, and we've got the district attorney, and we've got the courts. What more do we want? What can they do but talk in the newspapers? And is there anything they haven't said about us already? [Takes HEGAN by the arm, and laughs.] Come, old man!This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.