The Jungle - Upton Sinclair

The Jungle is a novel written by American writer and political activist. Starting the reader off in the meatpacking industry of Chicago Sinclair takes his reader through the struggles of an immigrant family, as they face harsh working conditions, exploitation, and the challenges of assimilating into American society. Sound relevant? Let's take on reading this book together as we explore the themes and try to get to the bottom of why it was banned.