The Oppenheim, James 1882-1932 creator text utu 2004 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Nine-Tenths" by James Oppenheim is a novel likely written during the early 20th century. The narrative centers around Joe Blaine, a printer who finds himself grappling with the weighty consequences of a tragic fire that claims the lives of his female employees, illuminating themes of social responsibility, guilt, and a longing for a greater purpose in life. The opening of the novel introduces Joe as a hardworking and essentially good-natured man deeply invested in his printing business. As he navigates through a typical day at the printery, his life and that of his employees take a dramatic turn following a devastating fire that results in horrific losses. Joe’s introspection reveals his connections to his mother and to Myra, a woman who has stirred romantic feelings within him. However, his overwhelming guilt about the incident causes him to question his priorities and re-evaluate his place in the world, leading him on a path towards social responsibility and a deeper understanding of the struggles faced by the working class. The tension between his emerging ideals and his relationships sets the stage for a profound exploration of life in a bustling city against the backdrop of industrial challenges. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2004-02-01 Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Bill Walker and PG Distributed Proofreaders Original publication data not identified Didactic fiction Social problems -- Fiction Political fiction PS Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/11372 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/11372 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133254.0 11372