The Pit

Focusing on the obsession with wealth, the novel follows Curtis Jadwin, a prosperous businessman whose fixation on wheat trading leads to his moral decline and estrangement from loved ones. Set against the backdrop of late 19th-century Chicago, it delves into the corruption and greed of the financial elite, while also portraying the struggles of farmers and laborers impacted by economic turmoil. This thought-provoking narrative critiques unchecked capitalism and its human costs, making it a timeless commentary on societal issues.