Prologue: Misery LaneI believe that Drehle makes a very compelling case for the fire being important for changing labor laws in New York City. It is clear that something disastrous like this had to happen, with such a high shock value, to spur people to action and address the rampant inequalities and poor conditions that were present in those times. Chapter 1: Spirit of the AgeI could not imagine myself in the same position as the women in these factories, having to deal with such harsh conditions. Clara Lemlich and her colleagues are heroes who should be admired for Continue reading...