Essay Archive - Summary of The Jungle by Upton Sinclair
Summary of The Jungle by Upton Sinclair
There are many characters in The Jungle. These characters vary
widely in their professions, social status, and economic status. The main
character in the novel is a Lithuanian named Jurgis Rudkus. His wife is Ona
Lukoszaite, also a Lithuanian. Their son is named Atanas. Mike Scully is a
powerful political leader in Packingtown.
Phil Connor is a foreman in Packingtown, "politically connected",
and a man who causes much trouble for Jurgis. Jack Duane is an experienced
and educated criminal who is also "politically connected". A man called....
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