The Call of the Wild is a novel by Jack London, published in 1903. It tells the story of Buck, a large and powerful dog, who is stolen from his home in California and sold into service as a sled dog in the Yukon during the 1890s Klondike Gold Rush. Buck is forced to adjust to the harsh conditions of the Yukon and the unkind treatment of his owners. He eventually learns to survive in the harsh environment and is eventually adopted by a kindly man named John Thornton. Buck and Thornton form a strong bond, and Buck eventually learns to lead the other dogs in the team. When Thornton is killed by a group of Yeehat Indians, Buck embarks on a quest for revenge. He eventually finds the Yeehat tribe and leads a pack of wolves in an attack against them. After the attack, Buck returns to his home in California, where he is reunited with his beloved master. The novel is an exploration of the themes of loyalty, courage, and the power of nature. It is considered a classic of American literature and has been adapted into several films.
By Jack London · First published 1903 · Genre: Adventure Fiction, Naturalism, Realism · 7 chapters