A Captain of Industry: Being the Story of a Civilized Man (Annotated)
Enriched Edition. From the Renowned Author, Journalist and Pulitzer Prize WinnerBy Upton Sinclair
Length3h 48m
About this audiobook
A Captain of Industry: Being the Story of a Civilized Man is a compact work of social criticism in which Upton Sinclair turns the language of respectability against the brutal logic of modern capitalism. Through the figure of the "civilized man," Sinclair exposes the moral contradictions of industrial success, presenting wealth not as proof of virtue but as the product of exploitation, self-deception, and institutionalized violence. Its style is direct, ironic, and polemical, belonging to the Progressive Era tradition of muckraking literature and socialist realism. Sinclair, best known for The Jungle, devoted his career to revealing the hidden costs of American prosperity. Born in 1878 into a family that exposed him to both genteel poverty and upper-class privilege, he developed an early sensitivity to social hypocrisy. His socialist convictions, journalistic investigations, and distrust of corporate power all inform this work, which reflects his lifelong effort to make literature an instrument of public conscience. This book is recommended for readers interested in political fiction, American reform literature, and the ethical critique of capitalism. Brief yet forceful, it offers a revealing glimpse into Sinclair's moral imagination and remains valuable for anyone seeking to understand the literary origins of modern social protest.
This enriched edition has been carefully crafted to add value to your reading experience.
- A succinct Introduction situates the work's timeless appeal and themes.
- The Synopsis outlines the central plot, highlighting key developments without spoiling critical twists.
- A detailed Historical Context immerses you in the era's events and influences that shaped the writing.
- An Author Biography reveals milestones in the author's life, illuminating the personal insights behind the text.
- A thorough Analysis dissects symbols, motifs, and character arcs to unearth underlying meanings.
- Reflection questions prompt you to engage personally with the work's messages, connecting them to modern life.
- Hand‐picked Memorable Quotes shine a spotlight on moments of literary brilliance.
- Interactive footnotes clarify unusual references, historical allusions, and archaic phrases for an effortless, more informed read.
Audiobook details
GenreHumor, General Fiction
Length3 hrs 48 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateSep 10, 2017
LanguageEnglish
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