Based on an actual, bloody dispute between wheat farmers and the Southern Pacific Railroad in 1880, this is the story of the waning days of the frontier West.
The Epic of the Wheat Series
This expansive saga chronicles the fortunes of a farming family and the rise and fall of their agricultural empire in the United States. The narrative delves into the economic and social transformations of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, focusing on the lucrative yet treacherous world of the grain trade. The series masterfully captures themes of ambition, betrayal, and the struggle for survival in the harsh landscape of the American West.
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Focusing on the corruption and greed of corporate monopolies, this work by Benjamin Franklin Norris, Jr. resonates with themes relevant to both his time and today. His exploration of societal issues mirrors the impactful narratives of his contemporary, Upton Sinclair, making his writing compelling and thought-provoking over a century later. The book offers a critical examination of the economic landscape of the late 19th and early 20th centuries, showcasing Norris's keen insights into the struggles against corporate power.
