factory in pre-rev. literature

[Paul A. Klanderud]

This is a request for help in identifying literary sources (approx. 1890-
1917), in which the factory is used in some symbolic or "archetypal"
function, either positive or negative. The factory need not be a central
figure (as, say, in Chekhov's "Sluchai iz praktiki" [A doctor's visit]),
but, as in Gorky's "Ispoved'," ideally it is identified with some theme (as
exploitation of the "masses," building the future, and so on).

I'm working on a shorter project involving transpositions of this motif, and
any hints or suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Please respond to me
directly at the address below. Of course, any input will be acknowledged in
the final project. And if anyone else is interested in this topic, I'd love
to discuss it.

Paul A. Klanderud

e-mail: paulkla at pressenter.com