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The son of the wolf - Tales of the Klondike Courage and Survival in the Frozen North - cover

The son of the wolf - Tales of the Klondike Courage and Survival in the Frozen North

Jack London, Zenith Maple Leaf Press

Editorial: Zenith Maple Leaf Press

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Sinopsis

In the unforgiving land of ice and gold, only the strong endure.

In his first published collection, The Son of the Wolf, Jack London transports readers to the harsh yet breathtaking wilderness of the Yukon during the Klondike Gold Rush. This powerful set of interlinked short stories follows traders, trappers, and adventurers as they navigate the frozen trails, battling nature's cruelty, human greed, and their own inner conflicts.

From deadly blizzards to tense encounters with the native tribes, London captures both the savagery and nobility of life on the northern frontier. His vivid prose and authentic detail immerse readers in a world where survival is never guaranteed and honor is tested at every turn.

Published in 1900, this work established London as a literary force, paving the way for his later classics such as The Call of the Wild and White Fang.

"A stunning debut that set the tone for London's career—rugged, raw, and unforgettable."
– The San Francisco Chronicle

"The gold standard of Yukon adventure tales."
– Alaska Review of Literature

✅ Why Readers Love It:

❄ Authentic depictions of the Klondike Gold Rush era

🏔 Raw, elemental stories of courage and endurance

📚 London's masterful blend of realism and romantic adventure

🎯 Click 'Buy Now' to venture into Jack London's Yukon—a place where men become legends or perish in the snow.
Disponible desde: 14/08/2025.
Longitud de impresión: 150 páginas.

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