Oil!

Autori

• Upton Sinclair

Parametri

• 458 pagine
• 17 ore di lettura

• Classici
• Letteratura Americana
• Narrativa
• Politica
• Prosa storica

Maggiori informazioni sul libro

Set against the backdrop of the oil scandals during the Harding administration, the narrative explores the development of Southern California's oil industry. It follows a genial independent oil developer and his son, who grapples with class struggles and the plight of oilfield workers, sparking debates with his father. The novel features a rich cast, including senators, oil magnates, small investors, a Hollywood star, and a crusading evangelist, weaving a tale of bribery, international rivalry, and social justice.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2023