Jack London
Jack London was an American novelist, journalist, and social activist born on January 12, 1876, in San Francisco, California. Known for his adventurous spirit, London drew from his own life experiences, which included working in a cannery, sailing the Pacific, and even participating in the Klondike Gold Rush. His most famous works, such as "The Call of the Wild" and "White Fang," capture the raw struggle for survival in the harsh wilderness, reflecting both the beauty and brutality of nature. His writing is infused with a sense of realism and a profound understanding of the human condition, making his stories timeless and relatable.
As you explore Jack London's works, you'll be transported to a world of adventure and introspection, where the characters often face the elemental forces of nature and their own inner demons. His unique storytelling style combines thrilling plots with deep philosophical questions about existence, making his books a rewarding read for anyone curious about the human experience. So go ahead, dive into his captivating narratives and discover what makes London a cherished figure in American literature.
Children of the Frost
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Jack London
A collection of Native American short stories by author Jack London. This anthology promises to deliver wonderful tales from one of the gre…
The Human Drift
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Jack London
The Human Drift is a posthumous collection of famous author Jack London's miscellaneous writings, including multiple essays of one of his fa…
Theft
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Jack London
This is a political play which is set in Washington DC. Howard Knox is a congressman and believes that there are corrupt practices going on …
Short Poetry Collection 111
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Ralph Waldo Emerson, Jack London, Walt Whitman and Robert Frost
This is a collection of poems read by LibriVox volunteers for August 2012.
The Assassination Bureau, Ltd.
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Robert Fish and Jack London
In this tightly-paced, thrilling novel begun by Jack London and finished after his death by Robert Fish, young Winter Hall discovers a secre…
Hearts of Three
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Jack London
Francis Morgan, a wealthy heir of industrialist and Wall Street maven Richard Henry Morgan, is a jaded young New Yorker. When his father's b…
Love of Life and Other Stories
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Jack London
"Love Of Life" (1906) is a collection of stories set in the Yukon of men, women and animals fighting for survival over the element…