... was while on assignment for them that he was sent to Chicago's stockyards to spend over two months observing and writing; the final product being The Jungle. Once written, though, it was discovered that most publishers gasped and backed away from the idea of printing something so radical. Sinclair tried to publish it himself with financial contributions from fellow Socialist Jack London, and finally ... . He sees only what he chooses to see, and that is money, money, and how to get more money. From the depression felt at the misfortunes of the characters, to the disgust felt at the site ...

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• Approx Pages: 12
• Grade Level: High School