The book "Ironmaker: My Life in the Steel Mills and Its Aftermath" by James J. Davis is a candid essay about the life of a worker who went through all the trials of the steel mills. In this book, the reader will immerse himself in the atmosphere of harsh industrial production, where the author will reveal his own experiences, feelings and thoughts. Davis talks about the hard physical labor and social problems that the workers have to face. The authenticity and vividness of the presentation of history make this book important for understanding the social aspects of work in the industrial sector and will bring new memories and reflections to the reader.