"Revolution, and Other Essays" by Jack London is a collection of stories. Most, but not all, of its contents concern socialism and injustice. Some of the essays are: - Revolution: a story on capitalism's flaws and how everything will be flawless after one socialist revolution. - The Somnambulists: an essay about how we lose touch with our true nature and deceive ourselves about our motivations and moral standards. The honest effort of prizefighters is contrasted with the untruthful exploitation of forced child labor. - The Dignity of Dollars: an essay about how powerful the money in your...

"John Barleycorn" is a semi-autobiographical book by Jack London, published in 1913. The book describes London's struggles with alcoholism and his journey toward sobriety. It is a powerful and honest account of the destructive nature of alcohol addiction and its impact on the human mind and body. London reflects on his experiences as a heavy drinker and shares his insights on the societal and cultural factors contributing to alcoholism.

Jack London is best known as the author of The Call of the Wild and White Fang, both set in the Klondike Gold Rush, as well as the short stories "To Build a Fire", "An Odyssey of the North", and "Love of Life". This unique adventure collection includes: The Son of the Wolf (1900): The White Silence, The Son of the Wolf, The Men of Forty Mile, In a Far Country, To the Man on the Trail, The Priestly Prerogative, The Wisdom of the Trail, The Wife of a King, An Odyssey of the North. - The God of His Fathers: Tales of the Klondike (1901): The God of His Fathers, The Great Interrogation, Which Make...

Jerry of the Islands: A True Dog Story - Jerry is an Irish terrier who finds himself on the island of Malaita, after the ship he was on got attacked. Jerry is accepted by the local tribe, but when the tribe's sorcerer decides to sacrifice him, he manages to avoid it and his adventure begins. Michael, Brother of Jerry - Michael, an Irish terrier, was born and raised in the Solomon Islands. Working as a slave hunter aboard a schooner, Michael is accidentally left on the beach, and his journey around the world begins with the new owner. Jack London (1876-1916) was an American novelist,...

The Call of the Wild - A dog named Buck gets stolen from his home in Santa Clara Valley, California, and sold into service as a sled dog in Alaska. He becomes progressively feral in the harsh environment, where he is forced to fight to survive and dominate other dogs. White Fang - A wolf-dog raised in an Indian camp runs away only to face the violent world of wild animals and the equally violent world of humans. White Fang grows to become a savage, callous, morose, solitary, and deadly fighter. The story takes place in Yukon Territory and the Northwest Territories, Canada, during the 1890s...

Jack London's 'Sea Adventures Collection' is a captivating anthology of short stories that transport readers to the tumultuous world of the high seas. London's vivid descriptions and gripping narratives showcase his mastery of adventure fiction, drawing readers into thrilling tales of survival, exploration, and human endurance. The collection captures the essence of the sea as both a majestic force of nature and a harsh, unforgiving environment where characters must confront their deepest fears and desires. London's writing style is marked by its realism and attention to detail, immersing...

En la novela 'Colmillo Blanco' escrita por Jack London, se explora la relación entre el ser humano y la naturaleza a través de las experiencias de un lobo salvaje domesticado. London utiliza un estilo literario directo y realista para retratar la crueldad y la belleza del mundo natural, lo que lo convierte en un clásico de la literatura de aventuras. La historia se desenvuelve en el contexto de la fiebre del oro en el Yukón a finales del siglo XIX, ofreciendo una visión cruda y emocionante de la vida en el salvaje oeste canadiense. La lucha por la supervivencia y la adaptación son temas...

Jack London's novel, 'The Sea Wolf', is a gripping tale set at sea that delves into the themes of individualism, existentialism, and the clash between civilization and the wild. The story follows Humphrey Van Weyden, a refined literary critic who is shipwrecked and rescued by the brutal and enigmatic captain Wolf Larsen. Through Van Weyden's interactions with Larsen and the rest of the crew, London explores the complexities of human nature and the struggle for power. London's writing style is both realistic and symbolic, capturing the raw energy of the sea and the raw emotions of the...

A well-known and skilled American writer, Jack London wrote "The Strength of the Strong" as a critique of the USSR and an educated endeavor into a dystopian, modern future. He advocated passionately for unionization, socialism, and workers' rights and was part of the influential and radical "The Crowd" of San Francisco. His collection of short stories is a testament to our struggle to preserve family and community in an increasingly commercialized world. Includes: - The Strength of the Strong - South of the Slot - The Unparalleled Invasion - The Enemy of All the World - The Dream of Debs -...

This unique adventure collection includes: The Cruise of the Dazzler The Sea-Wolf Adventure A Son of the Sun The Mutiny of the Elsinore The Cruise of the Snark Tales of the Fish Patrol White and Yellow The King of the Greeks A Raid on the Oyster Pirates The Siege of the "Lancashire Queen" Charley's Coup Demetrios Contos Yellow Handkerchief South Sea Tales The House of Mapuhi The Whale Tooth Mauki "Yah! Yah! Yah!" The Heathen The Terrible Solomons The Inevitable White Man The Seed of McCoy Jack London (1876-1916) was an American novelist, journalist, and social activist. His amazing life...