Jimmie Higgins
Upton Sinclair
"Jimmie Higgins" by Upton Sinclair is a poignant exploration of working-class struggles and idealism during World War I. The story follows Jimmie, a spirited Socialist and labor activist, as he navigates the challenges of poverty, patriotism, and political disillusionment. Initially fervently anti-war, Jimmie’s convictions are tested when he joins the military, exposing him to the harsh realities of conflict and propaganda. Sinclair delves into themes of class struggle, loyalty, and the cost of ideological compromise. Through Jimmie’s journey, the novel critiques the exploitation of workers and the moral contradictions of war. A blend of social commentary and personal drama, it captures the tension between individual ideals and societal pressures in a rapidly changing world.
Duration - 9h 45m.
Author - Upton Sinclair.
Narrator - Eloise Fairfax.
Published Date - Thursday, 30 January 2025.
Copyright - © 2025 Interactive Media ©.
Location:
United States
Description:
"Jimmie Higgins" by Upton Sinclair is a poignant exploration of working-class struggles and idealism during World War I. The story follows Jimmie, a spirited Socialist and labor activist, as he navigates the challenges of poverty, patriotism, and political disillusionment. Initially fervently anti-war, Jimmie’s convictions are tested when he joins the military, exposing him to the harsh realities of conflict and propaganda. Sinclair delves into themes of class struggle, loyalty, and the cost of ideological compromise. Through Jimmie’s journey, the novel critiques the exploitation of workers and the moral contradictions of war. A blend of social commentary and personal drama, it captures the tension between individual ideals and societal pressures in a rapidly changing world. Duration - 9h 45m. Author - Upton Sinclair. Narrator - Eloise Fairfax. Published Date - Thursday, 30 January 2025. Copyright - © 2025 Interactive Media ©.
Language:
English
Chapter 1
Duration:00:19:14
Chapter 2
Duration:00:18:47
Chapter 3
Duration:00:19:25
Chapter 4
Duration:00:18:59
Chapter 5
Duration:00:18:28
Chapter 6
Duration:00:18:35
Chapter 7
Duration:00:19:37
Chapter 8
Duration:00:18:56
Chapter 9
Duration:00:19:37
Chapter 10
Duration:00:18:49
Chapter 11
Duration:00:19:36
Chapter 12
Duration:00:19:32
Chapter 13
Duration:00:19:24
Chapter 14
Duration:00:19:08
Chapter 15
Duration:00:20:01
Chapter 16
Duration:00:19:16
Chapter 17
Duration:00:18:33
Chapter 18
Duration:00:19:40
Chapter 19
Duration:00:19:35
Chapter 20
Duration:00:19:45
Chapter 21
Duration:00:19:14
Chapter 22
Duration:00:18:59
Chapter 23
Duration:00:19:47
Chapter 24
Duration:00:20:10
Chapter 25
Duration:00:19:34
Chapter 26
Duration:00:19:13
Chapter 27
Duration:00:18:39
Chapter 28
Duration:00:20:59
Chapter 29
Duration:00:20:21
Chapter 30
Duration:00:19:21
Chapter 31
Duration:00:04:45