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In The Metropolis Upton Sinclair presents a detailed portrait of the wealthy elite and the extravagant life of New York City's high society. He presents this with the cynical edge of a socialist reformer's perspective providing a glimpse into the social life of the very wealthy of New York before the Great Depression. Upton Sinclair was a Pulitzer Prize-winning who wrote over 90 books, best known for his muckraking novel, The Jungle.

This anthology is a thorough introduction to classic literature for those who have not yet experienced these literary masterworks. For those who have known and loved these works in the past, this is an invitation to reunite with old friends in a fresh new format. From Shakespeare s finesse to Oscar Wilde s wit, this unique collection brings together works as diverse and influential as The Pilgrim s Progress and Othello. As an anthology that invites readers to immerse themselves in the masterpieces of the literary giants, it is must-have addition to any library.