Wildness in Jack London's the Call of the Wild (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780737769937)

Jack London's The Call of the Wild became an immediate literary sensation upon publication, selling out its first print run and gaining critical acclaim nationwide. The popular adventure story follows Buck, a sled dog, whose transformation from a domestic pet to the Alpha male of a pack demonstrates defining American themes such as survival, determination, cunning, and loyalty. This informative volume explores the life and work of Jack London, with a focus on the nature-based themes of pastoralism and wildness within The Call of the Wild. It also includes a selection of modern viewpoints on wilderness and nature, allowing readers to connect the themes of the text to the issues of today's world.

Author: Gary Wiener
ISBN-10: 0737769939
ISBN-13: 9780737769937
Publisher: Greenhaven Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/07/2014
Pages: 208
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.65lbs
Size: 8.90h x 5.90w x 0.60d