The story revolves around a group of oyster pirates who have been stealing from the legitimate oyster beds of San Francisco Bay. The protagonist, a young man, joins a group of vigilantes to take down the pirates and restore order to the industry. Along the way, he learns about the harsh realities of life on the bay and the struggles faced by those working in the oyster trade.
By Jack London · First published 1909 · Genre: Adventure, Crime, Action