The Pot Boiler

By Upton Sinclair

Book Overview

""The Pot Boiler"" is a novel by Upton Sinclair that was first published in 1902. The story follows the life of a struggling writer named John G. West who is desperate to make a living from his writing. He is approached by a wealthy businessman who offers him a job ghostwriting a novel for him. The catch is that the businessman wants the novel to be a sensational bestseller, and he doesn't care about the quality of the writing or the truthfulness of the story. West agrees to the job, and he soon finds himself caught up in a web of lies, deceit, and scandal. As he becomes more involved in the project, he begins to question his own moral compass and the price he is willing to pay for success. ""The Pot Boiler"" is a satirical commentary on the state of the publishing industry and the compromises that writers often have to make in order to succeed. It is a thought-provoking and entertaining read that is sure to resonate with anyone who has ever struggled to make a living from their creative pursuits.Will (wildly). Why do we have to start that now? I want to finish the play (Drags her to work-table.) Come Sit down here and let's get busy Right off Not another word (They sit side by side.) I've a scene here with Bill. I want to know what you think of it. (Lights begin to rise on Play-play.) Bill comes to see Belle.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1162705345
• ISBN13: 9781162705347
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 108 Pages
• Weight: 0.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 7.5" x 9.3"