Written in 1893, this novel tells the story of a young man who leaves his farm to work in a factory town in Massachusetts. There he becomes involved in the struggle of workers to improve their conditions, and eventually joins a labor union. The book provides a vivid portrayal of the harsh realities of factory life and the early labor movement in the United States.

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