Publisher's Synopsis
Damaged Goods is a novel written by Upton Sinclair, first published in 1913. It tells the story of Laura, a young woman who is forced into prostitution after being abandoned by her lover. The novel explores the harsh realities of the sex trade and the toll it takes on those involved. As Laura struggles to survive in a world of exploitation and abuse, she meets a doctor named Philip who becomes her advocate and tries to help her escape her situation. However, their efforts are complicated by the corrupt and powerful men who control the industry and the social stigma surrounding women in the sex trade. The novel is a powerful critique of the social and economic forces that drive women into prostitution and the way society views and treats victims of sexual exploitation. It also highlights the importance of compassion and empathy in helping those who have been damaged by the system. Sinclair's writing is raw and emotional, drawing the reader into the world of the characters and exposing the harsh realities of their lives. Damaged Goods is a thought-provoking and important work that sheds light on a dark and often ignored aspect of society.1913. Novelized version of the Great Play, Les Avaries, with the approval of the author Eugene Brieux. American novelist, essayist, playwright, and short story writer, whose works reflect socialistic views. Among Sinclair's most famous books is The Jungle, which launched a government investigation of the meatpacking plants of Chicago, and changed the food laws of America. In Damaged Goods the horrors of venereal disease are explored in this social drama. The story centers on a young couple whose future is endangered when the husband makes a terrible mistake. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
