Title: White Fang, The Call of the Wild, The Sea Wolf, Selected Short Stories
Author: Jack London
ISBN: 0940450054
Location: 1C
Keywords: adventure, survival, wilderness, nature, resilience, courage, animal instincts, Alaskan wilderness, social Darwinism, human nature, transformation, morality, self-reliance, individualism, naturalism, survival of the fittest
Synopsis: The Call of the Wild In this gripping novel, Buck, a domesticated dog, is stolen and sold into the harsh life of an Alaskan sled dog during the Klondike Gold Rush. Buck’s journey from tame pet to primal leader in the wilderness is one of survival and transformation, exploring themes of instinct, adaptation, and the call of ancestral memory.
White Fang White Fang tells the story of a wild wolf-dog who is taken from the wild and raised in the human world. Facing cruelty and violence, White Fang learns to survive, slowly gaining trust and loyalty through a rare kindness he experiences from a loving master. This story examines themes of nature versus nurture, the brutality of both humans and the wild, and the redemptive power of love.
The Sea-Wolf This novel follows Humphrey Van Weyden, a literary man, who is shipwrecked and then “rescued” by Wolf Larsen, the ruthless captain of the seal-hunting ship Ghost. Forced into brutal, life-or-death circumstances, Van Weyden must confront his own morals, courage, and survival instincts under Larsen’s command. This tale delves into themes of power, the nature of leadership, and philosophical conflicts between individualism and moral duty.
Short Stories The short stories in this collection include tales of adventure and survival in the wilderness and harsh environments. They showcase London’s mastery in depicting the human spirit and the primal instincts that arise in extreme conditions, often centered on characters facing both the beauty and danger of nature. These stories highlight themes of resilience, human ingenuity, and the unforgiving aspects of the natural world.
London's works explore the raw experiences of survival, the inherent instincts of animals and humans, and the profound influence of environment on identity. This collection captures the essence of his themes, particularly the struggle for life in unforgiving surroundings.
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