Michael, Brother of Jerry

Name: Michael, Brother of Jerry
Author: Jack London

The story revolves around a young man who returns to his family's farm after being away for several years. He struggles with the harsh realities of rural life and the expectations placed upon him by his brother and father. The narrative explores themes of identity, responsibility, and the clash between tradition and modernity.

By Jack London · First published 1909 · Genre: Adventure, Animal Fiction, Drama · 36 chapters · 114,671 words

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But Michael never sailed out of Tulagi, nigger-chaser on the _Eugenie_. Once in five weeks the steamer _Makambo_ made Tulagi its port of call on the way from New Guinea and the Shortlands to Australia. And on the night of her belated arrival Captain Kellar forgot Michael on the beach. In itself, this was nothing, for, at midnight, Captain Kellar was back on the beach, himself climbing the high hill to the Commissioner's bungalow while the boat's crew vainly rummaged the landscape and canoe houses.

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Work type: Novel
Author: Jack London
Date: 1909 CE
Language: English
Genres: Adventure, Animal Fiction, Drama, Social Commentary, Literary Fiction
Length: 114,671 words
Structure: 36 chapters, 1,687 paragraphs
Reading fit: Fairly Easy (7th Grade)

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Genres

Adventure — The narrative follows the adventurous journey of the protagonist, exploring themes of survival and exploration.
Animal Fiction — The story centers around the experiences and perspective of a dog, highlighting animal behavior and relationships with humans.
Drama — The plot includes emotional and moral conflicts, focusing on the struggles and growth of the characters.
Social Commentary — The book addresses societal issues and critiques aspects of human behavior and society.