"The Jungle" is a novel written by Upton Sinclair and published in 1906. It tells the story of a Lithuanian immigrant named Jurgis Rudkus who moves to Chicago in search of a better life. The book highlights the harsh realities of working in the meatpacking industry, exposing the poor working conditions, exploitation, and corruption faced by workers. The novel played a significant role in raising awareness about the need for labor reforms and food safety regulations in the United States. Its vivid descriptions of the unsanitary practices in the meatpacking plants led to public outcry and eventually contributed to the establishment of the Pure Food and Drug Act and the Meat Inspection Act in 1906.