Length7h 23m
About this audiobook
Upton Sinclair's "The Moneychangers" is a keenly observed social novel that exposes the intricacies and ethical dilemmas of the finance world during the early 20th century. Set against the backdrop of a rapidly industrializing America, the narrative follows the lives of two men—one idealistic and the other opportunistic—as they navigate the high-stakes world of banking and investment. Sinclair employs a vivid and gripping literary style, using dialogue and rich character development to critique capitalism's moral decay, and grounding his narrative within the context of the Progressive Era's social reforms. His exploration of greed and corruption is interwoven with a cautionary tale about the dangers of unchecked financial power, reflecting the economic turmoil of the time. Upton Sinclair, a seminal figure in American literature and social reform, drew from his own experience as a journalist and muckraker to illuminate systemic injustices in society. His previous works, particularly "The Jungle," positioned him as a fierce advocate for social change, and "The Moneychangers" reflects his consistent preoccupation with the intersection of morality and economic power. Sinclair's insights into the banking industry were undoubtedly influenced by the historical context of the Financial Panic of 1907 and other major events of his era. For readers interested in the ethical implications of capitalism, "The Moneychangers" serves as a compelling and timely reminder of the consequences of financial greed. Sinclair's incisive writing offers not only a gripping narrative but also an invitation to reflect on contemporary economic issues. This book stands as a vital exploration of the human condition within the realms of wealth, power, and morality, making it a must-read for scholars, economists, and anyone concerned with the ethical frameworks that govern our society.
Audiobook details
Rating★★★★ 3.8 (568)
Includes Goodreads
GenreBusiness and Economics
Length7 hrs 23 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateAug 15, 2022
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1New York 1908: To Jack London
15CHAPTER X
2CHAPTER I
16CHAPTER XI
3CHAPTER II
17CHAPTER XII: * * *
4CHAPTER III
18CHAPTER XIII
5CHAPTER IV: * * *
19CHAPTER XIV
Show all chaptersShow less
6CHAPTER V
20CHAPTER XV
7* * *
21CHAPTER XVI
8* * *
22CHAPTER XVII
9CHAPTER VI: * * *
23CHAPTER XVIII
10CHAPTER VII
24CHAPTER XIX
11CHAPTER VIII
25CHAPTER XX
12* * *
26CHAPTER XXI
13* * *
27CHAPTER XXII
14CHAPTER IX
28CHAPTER XXIII
The Goose-step: A Study of American Education (Annotated)Upton Sinclair23h 18m$2 · $0.00
The Jungle (Annotated)Upton Sinclair17h 17m4.0 (97)$2 · $0.00
A Captain of Industry: Being the Story of a Civilized Man (Annotated)Upton Sinclair3h 49m3.6 (40)$2 · $0.00
UPTON SINCLAIR Ultimate Collection: 30+ Books in One Volume (Annotated)Upton Sinclair221h 40m4.5 (22)$2 · $0.00
THE JUNGLE & OTHER BOOKS (8 Titles in One Volume) (Annotated)Upton Sinclair98h 10m$2 · $0.00
A Deep Analytic Retelling of The JungleUpton Sinclair3h 44m$7 · $0.00
100%: The Story of a PatriotUpton Sinclair11h 36m3.6 (117)$1 · $0.00
THE FASTING CUREUpton Sinclair3h 46m4.0 (633)$1 · $0.00
A Prisoner of Morro; Or, In the Hands of the EnemyUpton Sinclair7h 10m3.2 (22)$2 · $0.00
A Captain of IndustryUpton Sinclair2h 13m3.7 (143)$2 · $0.00
The NaturewomanUpton Sinclair2h 9m3.2 (34)$2 · $0.00
UPTON SINCLAIR: 29 Books in One VolumeUpton Sinclair222h 20m$1 · $0.00
King CoalUpton Sinclair13h 34m4.0 (1.4K)$2 · $0.00
Prince HagenUpton Sinclair2h 14m3.3 (27)$2 · $0.00
The Profits of ReligionUpton Sinclair10h 52m4.0 (1.6K)$1 · $0.00
The Pot BoilerUpton Sinclair2h 49m$2 · $0.00
The Journal of Arthur Stirling : ("The Valley of the Shadow")Upton Sinclair5h 45m3.6 (128)$2 · $0.00
The Autobiography of Upton SinclairUpton Sinclair12h 7m4.1 (83)$2 · $0.00
Chikago: Nykyajan romaaniUpton Sinclair14h 28m3.7 (643.9K)$2 · $0.00
Love's PilgrimageUpton Sinclair18h 44m3.8 (19)$2 · $0.00
The Goals ProgramZig Ziglar4h 34m4.6 (2.3K)$20
The Stocks & ETF Compass: A Guide to Wealth, High Standard of Living, and Secure Retirement through Intelligent Investment in the Stock Market and Passive Income – Including Starter GuideJens Hattermann4h 9m4.9 (41)$20 · $0.00
Eat It!Jordan Syatt, Michael Vacanti4h 40m4.6 (1.5K)$20 · $0.00
The Power of the Spoken WordFlorence Scovel Shinn1h 58m4.5 (2.9K)$1.20 · $0.00
Progress and Poverty, Volumes I and II (Annotated)Henry George19h 21m4.6 (574)$0.99 · $0.00
Not Everything Counts but Everything Matters: The powerful and inspirational new book about leadership and achieving success from the visionary multi-premiership winning Panthers coachIvan Cleary6h 1m4.6 (680)$24 · $0.00
Leads MachineFrancis Rodino6h 30m4.9 (39)$27 · $0.00
CAPITAL (Complete 3 Volume Edition)Karl Marx111h 13m4.5 (3.2K)$2 · $0.00
BuildTony Fadell11h 5m4.5 (14.3K)$8 · $0.00
The Joys Of CompoundingGautam Baid17h 34m4.5 (2.5K)$18 · $0.00
The Entrepreneur Roller CoasterDarren Hardy7h 8m4.5 (5.2K)$17
The Law of Success in Sixteen LessonsNapoleon Hill1h 31m4.5 (17.7K)$2 · $0.00
Poor Charlie’s AlmanackGrover Gardener, Charles T. Munger13h 9m4.5 (24.7K)$18 · $0.00
The Ambuja StoryNarotam Sekhsaria13h 59m4.5 (830)$33 · $0.00
Military Culture ShiftCorie Weathers13h 13m4.7 (120)$25 · $0.00
This Is Going to HurtAdam Kay5h 47m4.4 (444.7K)$24 · $0.00
Saving Social CareNeil Eastwood4h 54m4.6 (190)$18 · $0.00
Big TrustShadé Zahrai, Fayçal Sekkouah8h 36m4.6 (406)$26 · $0.00
SocialismLudwig von Mises24h 8m4.5 (1.8K)$30
The Intelligent Investor Third EditionBenjamin Graham, Jason Zweig20h4.4 (156.6K)$46 · $0.00
You may also like
The Power BrokerStephen Frey11h 14m4.0 (1.8K)$30
The Viognier VendettaEllen Crosby9h 24m3.9 (1.5K)$26
The Teapot Dome ScandalLaton McCartney10h 8m4.0 (1.2K)$20 · $0.00
Cash McCallCameron Hawley17h 44m4.1 (288)$18 · $0.00
Billionaire BlendCleo Coyle10h 44m4.2 (5.7K)$23
The Expat AffairKimberly Belle11h 8m3.6 (1.9K)$29 · $0.00
The SelloutCharles Gasparino21h 51m3.9 (1.4K)$46 · $0.00
The Key ManSimon Clark, Will Louch11h 22m4.2 (3.7K)$29 · $0.00
Crazy, Sexy, RevengeJ. D. Mason9h 26m4.4 (308)$20
Hack AttackNick Davies18h 7m4.3 (2.4K)$23 · $0.00
The Big GuyMiranda Devine12h 39m4.5 (482)$33 · $0.00
Long, Tall Texans: ChristopherDiana Palmer2h 35m4.1 (1.7K)$12 · $0.00
The NetworkL. C. Shaw9h 42m3.8 (2.5K)$4 · $0.00
The mystery of the Blue TrainAgatha Christie7h 46m4.0 (123.4K)$2.30 · $0.00
Warriors: A Starless Clan #5: WindErin Hunter7h 11m4.5 (2.2K)$24 · $0.00
The City in the CloudsGuy Thorne6h 33m$2 · $0.00
The Last HeirChuck Greaves9h 32m4.1 (136)$20
Take OffJörgen Tilander2h 9m$9 · $0.00
The Third DegreeCharles Klein, Arthur Hornblow5h 54m$2 · $0.00
Stealing MySpaceJulia Angwin11h 21m3.5 (291)$21 · $0.00