A Son Of The Sun (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781419103421)

A Son Of The Sun is a novel by Jack London that tells the story of Thomas Stevens, a sailor who becomes a trader in the South Pacific. The book is set in the late 1800s and early 1900s, when the islands of the South Pacific were still largely unexplored and their people were largely unknown to the rest of the world.The story begins with Thomas Stevens arriving in the South Pacific on a ship that is carrying a cargo of rifles and ammunition. He quickly becomes involved in the local trade, buying and selling goods with the islanders and other traders. He also becomes involved with a number of women, including the daughter of a local chief and a French woman who is also a trader.As he becomes more successful, Thomas begins to encounter a number of challenges, including rival traders who want to take his business and local tribes who are hostile to outsiders. He also faces personal challenges, such as his growing addiction to opium and his conflicted feelings for the women in his life.Throughout the book, London explores themes of imperialism, colonialism, and the clash of cultures. He also paints a vivid picture of life in the South Pacific, with its lush landscapes, colorful characters, and complex social structures.Overall, A Son Of The Sun is a gripping adventure story that offers a fascinating glimpse into a bygone era. It is a must-read for fans of Jack London and anyone interested in the history and culture of the South Pacific.How many millions David Grief was worth no man in the Solomons knew, for his holdings and ventures were everywhere in the great South Pacific. From Samoa to New Guinea and even to the north of the Line his plantations were scattered. He possessed pearling concessions in the Paumotus. Though his name did not appear, he was in truth the German company that traded in the French Marquesas. His trading stations were in strings in all the groups, and his vessels that operated them were many. He owned atolls so remote and tiny that his smallest schooners and ketches visited the solitary agents but once a year.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Jack London
ISBN-10: 1419103423
ISBN-13: 9781419103421
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/17/2004
Pages: 176
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.69lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.38d