Which Make Men Remember
The story revolves around a young man who returns to his hometown after being away for several years. He is met with indifference and hostility by the people he once knew, who have moved on with their lives. The protagonist's attempts to re-establish himself are thwarted at every turn, and he becomes increasingly isolated and disillusioned. His memories of the past serve as a reminder of what he has lost, and he struggles to come to terms with his new reality. Through the protagonist's experiences, the story explores themes of identity, community, and the human need for connection and belonging.
By Jack London · First published 1907 · Genre: Adventure, Crime, Psychological · 4,379 words
First lines
Fortune La Pearle crushed his way through the snow, sobbing, straining, cursing his luck, Alaska, Nome, the cards, and the man who had felt his knife. The hot blood was freezing on his hands, and the scene yet bright in his eyes, -- the man, clutching the table and sinking slowly to the floor; the rolling counters and the scattered deck; the swift shiver throughout the room, and the pause; the game-keepers no longer calling, and the clatter of the chips dying away; the startled faces; the infinite instant of silence; and then the great blood-roar and the tide of vengeance which lapped his heels and turned the town mad behind him.
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- Work type: Novel
- Author: Jack London
- Date: 1907 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Adventure, Crime, Psychological, Western, Drama
- Length: 4,379 words
- Structure: 1 section, 45 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Very Easy (5th Grade or below)
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Genres
- Adventure — The narrative is driven by a high-stakes journey through the Alaskan wilderness, featuring elements of survival and exploration.
- Crime — The plot centers around a murder and the subsequent escape and pursuit, with themes of justice and retribution.
- Psychological — The story delves into the mental states and moral dilemmas of the characters, particularly focusing on guilt, fate, and existential reflection.
- Western — Set in the frontier-like environment of Alaska during the gold rush, it includes elements typical of Westerns, such as lawlessness and rugged individualism.
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Adventure · Fiction · Short Stories · Classic Literature · American Literature · 19th Century Literature · Social Commentary · Human Nature · Morality · Ethics · Philosophy · Psychology