Upton Sinclair

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Jimmie Higgins

Beschreibung

"Jimmie Higgins" by Upton Sinclair is a powerful socialist novel that delves into the heart of working-class activism and political struggle. Sinclair, a prominent figure in American literature, crafts a compelling narrative centered around the titular character, Jimmie Higgins, whose unwavering commitment to social justice and labor rights drives him to confront the corruption and inequality plaguing society. As a work of fiction deeply rooted in political ideals and the realities of the proletariat, Sinclair's novel captures the essence of the labor movement and the challenges faced by those fighting for change. Through Jimmie Higgins's journey, readers are immersed in the tumultuous world of working-class activism, where solidarity and determination clash with the forces of oppression. Sinclair's prose is both gripping and thought-provoking, offering readers a nuanced exploration of political ideals and the complexities of social reform. Against the backdrop of American literature, "Jimmie Higgins" stands as a testament to the enduring struggle for social justice and the transformative power of collective action in the face of adversity.

Autor

Upton Beall Sinclair Jr. was an American author, sleuth, political organizer, and writer who was born September 20, 1878, and died November 25, 1968. He was the Democratic Party's candidate for governor of California in 1934. He put together almost 100 books and other types of writing. In the first half of the 20th century, Sinclair's writing was well-known and liked. In 1943, he won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction. Sinclair became famous in 1906 for his classic muck-raking novel, The Jungle. This book showed how dirty and unsafe the U.S. meatpacking industry was, which caused a public uproar that helped pass the Pure Food and Drug Act and the Meat Inspection Act a few months later. He wrote a dirty book about American journalism called "The Brass Check" in 1919. It brought attention to the problem of "yellow journalism" and the limits of the "free press" in the US. Henry Ford's rise to power, including his "wage reform" and the Sociological Department at his company, is told in The Flivver King. It also talks about Ford's fall into antisemitism as editor of The Dearborn Independent. In the coal fields of Colorado, King Coal talks to John D. Rockefeller Jr. about his part in the Ludlow Massacre the year before.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Seitenzahl: 256
• Erscheinungstermin: 1. April 2024
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 15mm
• Gewicht: 366g
• ISBN-13: 9789362760289
• ISBN-10: 9362760282
• Artikelnr.: 70947199