society. The opening of "The Jungle" introduces us to the wedding celebration of Jurgis and Ona, filled with cultural customs and a lively atmosphere, yet shadowed by the grimy backdrop of the Chicago stockyards. The festivities are led by the energetic Cousin Marija, who embodies the joy and chaos of the occasion. Amidst the merriment, the narrative hints at the burdens of social and financial pressures that will soon engulf the couple. As guests mingle and the music plays, the toll of their working-class life begins to set in, establishing a stark contrast between the fleeting moments of joy and the relentless struggles they are bound to encounter in their new world. (This is an automatically generated summary.)