The King of the Greeks
This novel tells the story of a young Greek boy who becomes embroiled in a struggle for power and survival on a remote island. The boy's journey is marked by violence, betrayal, and ultimately, his rise to dominance over the other inhabitants of the island. Through the boy's experiences, the novel explores themes of human nature, morality, and the effects of isolation on individuals and societies.
By Jack London · First published 1909 · Genre: Adventure, Crime, Action · 4,930 words
First lines
BIG ALEC had never been captured by the fish patrol. It was his boast that no man could take him alive, and it was his history that of the many men who had tried to take him dead none had succeeded. It was also history that at least two patrolmen who had tried to take him dead had died themselves. Further, no man violated the fish laws more systematically and deliberately than Big Alec.
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The King of the Greeks is listed on Textopian as a short story by Jack London, dated 1909 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Jack London
- Date: 1909 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Adventure, Crime, Action, Drama, Historical
- Length: 4,930 words
- Structure: 1 section, 86 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Adventure — The narrative focuses on the daring and risky attempts to capture a notorious lawbreaker, involving high-stakes pursuits and strategic maneuvers.
- Crime — The plot revolves around illegal fishing activities and the efforts of the fish patrol to enforce the law and bring the offender to justice.
- Action — The story includes intense and dynamic scenes, such as confrontations, chases, and physical altercations, contributing to a fast-paced narrative.
- Drama — The story explores themes of power, justice, and morality, with complex character interactions and conflicts.
Tags
Historical Fiction · Adventure · Coming-of-Age · Greek Mythology · Young Adult · Fictionalized History · Classics · Literary Fiction · Philosophy · Moral Lessons · Self-Discovery · Identity Crisis