Jack London

Jack London's Stories of the North - Complete Edition (eBook, ePUB)

Tales of Survival and Adventure in the Wild North

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Jack London's Stories of the North - Complete Edition encapsulates the essence of human endurance against the unforgiving backdrop of the Alaskan wilderness and the Yukon during the late 19th century. London's prose exudes a vivid realism that immerses the reader in the stark, often brutal conditions faced by his characters. With masterful narrative techniques and a keen eye for detail, the book highlights themes of survival, nature'Äôs raw power, and the elemental struggle between civilization and the wild. This edition compiles London's essential short stories and novellas, delivering a comprehensive exploration of his thematic preoccupations and the literary traditions of naturalism and adventure writing that characterize his work. Jack London, born in 1876 to a poor family in San Francisco, drew upon his own tumultuous experiences, including his journey to the Klondike Gold Rush, to inform his storytelling. His diverse career as a journalist, social activist, and passionate advocate of socialism not only shaped his worldview but instilled in him a profound appreciation for the human spirit's resilience and the often harsh realities faced by marginalized peoples. His personal encounters with nature and society deeply influenced the narratives he crafted in this anthology. This complete edition is a must-read for enthusiasts of early American literature and anyone intrigued by adventure tales that expose the human condition. It offers readers a gateway to the raw beauty and peril of the North, while simultaneously serving as a poignant commentary on survival and self-discovery. London's stories resonate with both contemporary relevance and timeless human truths, ensuring their place in the literary canon.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 1089
• Altersempfehlung: ab 1 Jahre
• Erscheinungstermin: 28. November 2023
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 8596547680628
• Artikelnr.: 69560911