The Call of the Wild by Jack London tells the story of Buck, a domesticated dog who is stolen from his comfortable home in California and sold into the brutal world of the Yukon during the Klondike Gold Rush. Buck undergoes a transformation as he adapts to the harsh environment and learns to embrace his primal instincts. Through his experiences, Buck discovers his true nature and finds a sense of belonging in the wild. The novel explores themes of survival, loyalty, and the conflict between civilization and instinct.
Includes Reader's Supplement as part of the Reader's Enrichment Series
About the Author
Jack London, born in 1876 in San Francisco, California, was an American author best known for his adventurous tales set in the wilderness. Raised in poverty, London developed a deep appreciation for the outdoors, which heavily influenced his writing. He embarked on numerous journeys, including the Klondike Gold Rush, which provided inspiration for some of his most famous works. London's writing often explores themes of survival, human-animal relationships, and the struggle against nature. His most notable works include The Call of the Wild, White Fang, and The Sea-Wolf, which remain beloved classics of American literature. London's prolific literary career was cut short by his untimely death at the age of 40, but his legacy as one of the foremost writers of adventure fiction endures to this day.
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