Northland Stories (Penguin Twentieth-Century Classics) - Softcover

London, Jack; Auerbach, Jonathan

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0140189963 ISBN 13: 9780140189964

Publisher: Penguin Classics, 1999

Synopsis

Drawn from Jack London's experiences during the Klondike Gold Rush of 1897, these stories bring to life the harrowing hardships and rugged codes of behaviour that defined life in the lawless wilderness. London's heroes display such manly virtues ascourage, loyalty, and steadfastness as they confront life-threatening weather, dangerous beasts, and evil-minded men. Yet London breaks free of stereotypical figures and one-dimensional plots to expose both the psychological and social forces that determine his heroes' actions. The uneasy relationship between the Native Americans and whites lies at the heart of many of the stories, while others reflect London's growing awareness of the destruction wrought by the white incursion on Indian culture

About this title

About the Author:

Jack London (1876-1916) was born in San Franciso. He led an active life, tramping through the US and Canada, sailing to Japan and participating in the gold rush. Interested in sociology and the Socialist Party he worshiped Marx and Nietzsche. He wrote prolifically both as a journalist and a short story writer. Achieving national fame for his Kiplingesque portrayal of the brutal, vigorous life of the Far North.

Synopsis:

In the TWENTIETH CENTURY CLASSICS series, this collection of stories, drawn from Jack London's experiences during the Klondike Gold Rush of 1897 bring to life the harrowing hardships and rugged codes of behaviour that defined life in the lawless wilderness.

About this edition

• Publisher: Penguin Classics
• Publication date: 1999
• ISBN 10: 0140189963
• ISBN 13: 9780140189964
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 320