The Nine-Tenths by James Oppenheim
"The Nine-Tenths" by James Oppenheim is a novel likely written during the early 20th century. The narrative centers around Joe Blaine, a printer who finds himself grappling with the weighty consequences of a tragic fire that claims the lives of his female employees, illuminating themes of social responsibility, guilt, and a longing for a greater purpose in life. The opening of the novel introduces Joe as a hardworking and essentially good-natured man
deeply invested in his printing business. As he navigates through a typical day at the printery, his life and that of his employees take a dramatic turn following a devastating fire that results in horrific losses. Joe’s introspection reveals his connections to his mother and to Myra, a woman who has stirred romantic feelings within him. However, his overwhelming guilt about the incident causes him to question his priorities and re-evaluate his place in the world, leading him on a path towards social responsibility and a deeper understanding of the struggles faced by the working class. The tension between his emerging ideals and his relationships sets the stage for a profound exploration of life in a bustling city against the backdrop of industrial challenges. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Oppenheim, James, 1882-1932 |
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| Title | The Nine-Tenths |
| Credits | Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Bill Walker and PG Distributed Proofreaders |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 83.5 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PS: Language and Literatures: American and Canadian literature |
| Subject | Didactic fiction |
| Subject | Social problems -- Fiction |
| Subject | Political fiction |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 11372 |
| Release Date | Feb 1, 2004 |
| Most Recently Updated | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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