The Jungle Chapter Summary & Analysis - Chapter 30 Summary

Chapter 30 Summary

Jurgis tries to convert the remainder of the family to socialism, and has no luck. They are only focused on base survival and have no time for radical notions. Jurgis gets a job at a hotel, and the owner is a socialist (or comrade, as the socialists call each other.) Jurgis becomes totally immersed in the party, and he helps in every way he can. He grows jubilant as he sees the influence of the party grow in Packingtown.

Chapter 30 Analysis

Jurgis has "seen the socialist light," and he now has something else to focus on other than base survival. His family will have none of it, though. They have been teased with the possibility of prosperity and have been disappointed time and time again. They have closed themselves off to the possibility of any better life.