The Call of the Wild

The Call of the Wild by Jack London, published in 1903, is a classic adventure novel that explores themes of survival, primal instincts, and the struggle between civilization and the wild. The story is set during the Klondike Gold Rush and follows Buck, a domesticated dog who is thrust into the harsh, unforgiving environment of the Yukon Territory.
Buck starts off as a pampered pet in California but is sold into the harsh life of an Alaskan sled dog. As he faces the brutal realities of the wild, Buck gradually reconnects with his ancestral instincts and becomes increasingly wild himself. The novel examines Buck's transformation and the call of the wild that leads him to embrace his primal nature.
London's vivid descriptions of the natural world and his exploration of the themes of survival and instinct make the novel a powerful and enduring piece of literature. The story is not just about Buck's physical journey but also about his internal transformation and struggle for identity.

Product details

• Authors: Jack London
• Publisher: Lushena Books
• Content: Book
• Product form: Hardback
• Publication date: 15.10.2024
• Subject: Non-fiction book > Politics, society, business > Politics
• EAN: 9798890968081
• ISBN: 979-8-89096-808-1
• Pages: 232
• Dimensions (packing): 14.5 x 22.2 x 1.9 cm
• Weight (packing): 569 g