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“The Call of the Wild” is a novel written by American author Jack London. It was first serialized in The Saturday Evening Post in 1903 and later published as a book in 1903. The novel is set during the Klondike Gold Rush and explores the themes of survival in the harsh wilderness, the primal instincts of animals and humans, and the transformative journey of the protagonist.
The story follows a domesticated dog named Buck, who is stolen from his comfortable home in California and sold into the brutal life of an Alaskan sled dog. Buck undergoes a series of challenges and adventures as he adapts to the harsh conditions of the Yukon and taps into his primal instincts for survival. The novel is notable for its vivid portrayal of the natural world, its exploration of the primitive instincts within both animals and humans, and its adventure-filled narrative.
“The Call of the Wild” is considered one of Jack London’s most famous works and is a classic of American literature. It has been adapted into various films and continues to be widely read and studied.
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