To many American readers of the early 1900s, Jack London embodied the hopes, frustrations, and romantic longings of the era. His novels not only drew on a rich potpourri of ideas, frequently revealing the influence of Darwin, Spencer, and Marx, but also reflected much of his own life – as South Seas sailor Klondike adventurer, foreign correspondent, and social protester. The Call of the Wild, considered his masterpiece, recounts the gripping adventures of a courageous dog who, thrust into the brutal life of the Alaskan gold rush, abandons the safety of his familiar world and answers “the call of the wild” Animal lovers and adventure enthusiasts, as well as students of American literature, will discover a thrilling and memorable tale in this large print edition of a classic. Reviews Actor Jeff Daniels expertly brings to life Jack London’s classic story of survival in the Yukon Territory’s harsh landscape. He reads the tale with compassion and empathy for Buck’s plight, giving a pitch-perfect performance. Characters are voiced with believable accents, and music and the sounds of the wild enhance the telling. Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted. About the Author Novelist, journalist, and social activist Jack London (1876-1916) rose from abject poverty to international fame. The bestselling, highest-paid, and most popular author of his era, London created a substantial body of work in his short life, drawing upon his experiences as a cannery worker, sailor, railroad hobo, and prospector.
To many American readers of the early 1900s, Jack London embodied the hopes, frustrations, and romantic longings of the era. His novels not only drew on a rich potpourri of ideas, frequently revealing the influence of Darwin, Spencer, and Marx, but also reflected much of his own life – as South Seas sailor Klondike adventurer, foreign correspondent, and social protester. The Call of the Wild, considered his masterpiece, recounts the gripping adventures of a courageous dog who, thrust into the brutal life of the Alaskan gold rush, abandons the safety of his familiar world and answers “the call of the wild” Animal lovers and adventure enthusiasts, as well as students of American literature, will discover a thrilling and memorable tale in this large print edition of a classic. Reviews Actor Jeff Daniels expertly brings to life Jack London’s classic story of survival in the Yukon Territory’s harsh landscape. He reads the tale with compassion and empathy for Buck’s plight, giving a pitch-perfect performance. Characters are voiced with believable accents, and music and the sounds of the wild enhance the telling. Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted. About the Author Novelist, journalist, and social activist Jack London (1876-1916) rose from abject poverty to international fame. The bestselling, highest-paid, and most popular author of his era, London created a substantial body of work in his short life, drawing upon his experiences as a cannery worker, sailor, railroad hobo, and prospector.
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To many American readers of the early 1900s, Jack London embodied the hopes, frustrations, and romantic longings of the era. His novels not only drew on a rich potpourri of ideas, frequently revealing the influence of Darwin, Spencer, and Marx, but also reflected much of his own life – as South Seas sailor Klondike adventurer, foreign correspondent, and social protester. The Call of the Wild, considered his masterpiece, recounts the gripping adventures of a courageous dog who, thrust into the brutal life of the Alaskan gold rush, abandons the safety of his familiar world and answers “the call of the wild” Animal lovers and adventure enthusiasts, as well as students of American literature, will discover a thrilling and memorable tale in this large print edition of a classic. Reviews Actor Jeff Daniels expertly brings to life Jack London’s classic story of survival in the Yukon Territory’s harsh landscape. He reads the tale with compassion and empathy for Buck’s plight, giving a pitch-perfect performance. Characters are voiced with believable accents, and music and the sounds of the wild enhance the telling. Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted. About the Author Novelist, journalist, and social activist Jack London (1876-1916) rose from abject poverty to international fame. The bestselling, highest-paid, and most popular author of his era, London created a substantial body of work in his short life, drawing upon his experiences as a cannery worker, sailor, railroad hobo, and prospector.
To many American readers of the early 1900s, Jack London embodied the hopes, frustrations, and romantic longings of the era. His novels not only drew on a rich potpourri of ideas, frequently revealing the influence of Darwin, Spencer, and Marx, but also reflected much of his own life – as South Seas sailor Klondike adventurer, foreign correspondent, and social protester. The Call of the Wild, considered his masterpiece, recounts the gripping adventures of a courageous dog who, thrust into the brutal life of the Alaskan gold rush, abandons the safety of his familiar world and answers “the call of the wild” Animal lovers and adventure enthusiasts, as well as students of American literature, will discover a thrilling and memorable tale in this large print edition of a classic. Reviews Actor Jeff Daniels expertly brings to life Jack London’s classic story of survival in the Yukon Territory’s harsh landscape. He reads the tale with compassion and empathy for Buck’s plight, giving a pitch-perfect performance. Characters are voiced with believable accents, and music and the sounds of the wild enhance the telling. Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted. About the Author Novelist, journalist, and social activist Jack London (1876-1916) rose from abject poverty to international fame. The bestselling, highest-paid, and most popular author of his era, London created a substantial body of work in his short life, drawing upon his experiences as a cannery worker, sailor, railroad hobo, and prospector.
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