Books by Jack London

"Padrone del Mistero" di Jack London è ambientato in un villaggio di pescatori nativi americani in Alaska. Una donna ha perso il suo bene più prezioso: le coperte di un inglese deceduto. Il colpevole deve essere trovato. In tutto ciò, lo sciamano locale è caduto in disgrazia, costringendo un temuto sciamano forestiero a venire in loro aiuto. Potrà il nuovo sciamano aiutare la donna a trovare il colpevole? Il racconto è una delle storie di London ispirate al periodo trascorso dallo scrittore nel Klondike durante la corsa all'oro alla fine del XIX secolo ed è stato pubblicato all'inizio del XX secolo.Jack London (1876-1916) è stato uno scrittore e attivista sociale americano. Di estrazione operaia, divenne una celebrità mondiale e uno degli autori più pagati del suo tempo. Scrisse diversi romanzi, oggi considerati classici, tra cui "Il richiamo della foresta", "Il lupo dei mari" e "Zanna Bianca".

L'astuzia di Keesh è un racconto breve di Jack London su un amore che richiede sacrifici. Keesh, il capo del popolo Thlunget, vuole scambiare merci per la mano di Su-Su, che è la figlia del capo dei Tana-naws. Tuttavia Keesh ha trascorso diverso tempo con i missionari cristiani, adottando le loro idee e le loro obiezioni all'uccisione e questo non piace ai Tana-naws, che chiedono invece il rispetto delle loro vecchie abitudini. Su-Su accetta di sposare Keesh solo se lui le porterà tre teste come prova della sua devozione. Cosa seguirà Keesh: le sue nuove regole morali o il suo desiderio romantico? Il racconto è una delle storie di London ispirate al periodo trascorso dallo scrittore in Klondike durante la corsa all'oro alla fine del XIX secolo e fu pubblicato all'inizio del XX secolo. Jack London (1876-1916) è stato uno scrittore e attivista sociale americano. Di estrazione operaia, divenne una celebrità mondiale e uno degli autori più pagati del suo tempo. Scrisse diversi romanzi, oggi considerati classici, tra cui "Il richiamo della foresta", "Il lupo dei mari" e "Zanna Bianca".

"Sangue in cambio di sangue, rango in cambio di rango", recita il codice del popolo di Thlinket in La morte di Ligoun di Jack London. Un uomo racconta la storia di un potente guerriero chiamato Ligoun e di quello che è avvenuto in un memorabile incontro tra capi molto tempo fa. Seppur Ligoun apprezzasse i combattimenti, si batteva anche per la pace. Eppure l'incontro tra i capi prenderà una brutta piega quando il codice verrà infranto. Tutti gli insulti dovranno essere vendicati per onorare il codice fino alla fine. Il racconto è una delle storie di London ispirate dal periodo trascorso dallo scrittore in Klondike durante la corsa all'oro alla fine del XIX secolo e fu pubblicato all'inizio del XX secolo. Jack London (1876-1916) è stato uno scrittore e attivista sociale americano. Di estrazione operaia, divenne una celebrità mondiale e uno degli autori più pagati del suo tempo. Scrisse diversi romanzi, oggi considerati classici, tra cui "Il richiamo della foresta", "Il lupo dei mari" e "Zanna Bianca".

"King" Wallace is a lion-tamer, who has been viciously murdered by a man who hated him. Now everyone wants to know who the murderer is. The "Leopard Man" is a leopard trainer with mysterious scars on his arms. He finds out that the murderer attended every performance of the lion-tamer in hope of seeing the lion tear his trainer apart. Who is the murderer and why did he hate the lion trainer so much? Who does the "Leopard Man" suspect and will he be able to reveal the truth? What will happen to the murderer at the end of this mystery story?Find the answers in Jack London’s short story "The Leopard Man’s Story" published in 1903.B. J. Harrison started his Classic Tales Podcast back in 2007, wanting to breathe new life into classic stories. He masterfully plays with a wide array of voices and accents and has since then produced over 500 audiobooks. Now in collaboration with SAGA Egmont, his engaging narration of these famous classics is available to readers everywhere.Jack London (1876–1916) was an American writer and social activist. He grew up in the working class, but became a worldwide celebrity and one of the highest paid authors of his time. He wrote several novels that are considered classics today, among these are 'Call of the Wild', 'Sea Wolf' and 'White Fang'.

Buck is a 140-pound dog, a mix of St. Bernard and sheepdog, and lives in Santa Clara Valley with his owner, Judge Miller. However, Buck’s happy and comfortable life comes to an end when he is kidnapped from Miller’s estate and forced to pull sleds in the Klondike region of Canada. The poor dog does not want to obey his new owner and as a result he is beaten and tortured. After Buck arrives in the cold North, he meets another dog named Curly, that is mercilessly killed by a pack of huskies. Who kidnapped Buck and how could Miller let this happen? Will Buck learn to obey his new master or will he try to escape? Can he survive the hard life int he Klondike? Find all the answers in Jack London’s adventure novel "The Call of the Wild" from 1903.B. J. Harrison started his Classic Tales Podcast back in 2007, wanting to breathe new life into classic stories. He masterfully plays with a wide array of voices and accents and has since then produced over 500 audiobooks. Now in collaboration with SAGA Egmont, his engaging narration of these famous classics is available to readers everywhere.Jack London (1876–1916) was an American writer and social activist. He grew up in the working class but became a worldwide celebrity and one of the highest paid authors of his time. He wrote several novels, which are considered classics today, among these "Call of the Wild", "Sea Wolf" and "White Fang".

Fortællingen "Havets barn" var den sidste, Jack London fuldendte før sin død i 1916. Den får du her sammen med 6 andre mindre kendte tekster fra hans hånd; de fleste humoristiske øjebliksbilleder fra hans eget liv samt et skuespil, eller nærmere en sketch, enakteren "Modermærket", som blev opført i San Francisco i 1910.Indhold:Havets barnDøde mænd går ikke igenNoget der aldrig blev til nogetSkippersejladsFirspand og sømandTo år foran mastenModermærket

Neste conto Jack London narra a presença de um objeto de imensa massa vindo do cosmos, e que regula o quotidiano de uma tribo de bosquímanos na região da Ilha de Vanuatu. Aí se encontra um explorador incansável na descoberta de novas notícias para o Mundo, e que para tal se integra na tribo na busca do segredo e da razão da presença daquela enorme massa alienígena naquele local remoto do Mundo.

Ein Hörbuch, der im hohen Norden der USA im 19. Jahrhundert zur Zeit des Goldrausches spielt: Naass, ein indigener Stammesführer der Aleuten in Alaska will die junge Unga heiraten, doch in der Nacht vor der Hochzeit wird sie von dem Weißen Axel Gunderson entführt. Aber Naass gibt so schnell nicht auf und sucht über Jahre nach seiner gestohlenen Braut... Eine Geschichte, die weit mehr als nur ein Abenteuerroman ist.Jack London (1876-1916) war ein amerikanischer Schriftsteller und Journalist. Er wuchs in ärmlichen Verhältnissen im Gebiet um die Bucht von San Francisco in Kalifornien auf und musste bereits als Kind mit Geld verdienen. Nach Jahren als Fabrikarbeiter und Seefahrer studierte er kurzzeitig, versuchte dann aber sein Glück beim Goldrausch in Alaska. Erst danach hatte er seinen großen Durchbruch als Schriftsteller und wurde für seine Tiergeschichten und Lebensschilderungen der einfachen Leute berühmt. Zu seinen bekanntesten Werken gehören seine Abenteuerromane „Ruf der Wildnis" und „Wolfsblut".

Sixty years ago, a plague wiped out mankind and only a handful of people managed to survive. The survivors established their own civilization and rules in the wild and destructed world. Now, sixty years later, an old man named James Howard Smith walks together with a young boy through the desert. The two travelers walk along an old and long forgotten railway track with an important mission, a mission that can change the life of all the survivors.What was this plague and where did it come from? How did some of the people manage to survive? What is James Smith’s mission, and can he accomplish it? How can a single man change the fate of humanity?Find all the answers in Jack London’s post-apocalyptic novel "The Scarlet Plague" from 1912.B. J. Harrison started his Classic Tales Podcast back in 2007, wanting to breathe new life into classic stories. He masterfully plays with a wide array of voices and accents and has since then produced over 500 audiobooks. Now in collaboration with SAGA Egmont, his engaging narration of these famous classics is available to readers everywhere.Jack London (1876–1916) was an American writer and social activist. He grew up in the working class, but became a worldwide celebrity and one of the highest paid authors of his time. He wrote several novels that are considered classics today, among these are "Call of the Wild", "Sea Wolf" and "White Fang".

“Varghunden” är en av Jack Londons mest älskade klassiker.I norra Kanadas råa vildmarker kämpar valpen Vittand för att överleva i den bitande kylan. Som korsning mellan hund och varg dras han mellan två inre begär – vargens lockelse till friheten i naturen, och hundens inneboende längtan efter närhet och gemenskap.När Vittand blir bortförd av människor kastas han rakt in i en mardröm. Men bland svårigheterna han tvingas gå igenom, upplever Vittand också glimtar av mänsklig värme. Dessa ögonblick får honom att drömma om ett annat liv, ett liv där han kan leva i harmoni med människorna och deras gåtfulla värld."Varghunden” är en gripande berättelse om överlevnad, längtan och hopp som sträcker sig över det mest oförutsägbara landskapet av dem alla – livet självt.Jack London (1876–1916) är en av de största amerikanska författarna genom tiderna. Med klassiker som ”Skriet från vildmarken” och ”Varghunden” har han lämnat ett ovärderligt bidrag till den amerikanska litteraturen, och hans råa vildmarksskildringar fortsätter att inspirera läsare världen över.

In the short story "The League of the Old Men" by Jack London, an old Native American man called Imber steps forth before the law and reveals that he has slayed numerous people. As his story unfolds, he recounts the tragic fate of his tribe Whitefish and what has led him on his sworn mission. The story pits humans against each other, but where does the law stand? The short story is one of London's stories inspired by the period the writer spent at the Klondike Gold Rush in the late 19th century and was published in the early 20th century.Jack London (1876–1916) was an American writer and social activist. He grew up in the working class, but became a worldwide celebrity and one of the highest paid authors of his time. He wrote several novels, which are considered classics today, among these 'Call of the Wild', 'Sea Wolf' and 'White Fang'.

The short story "Nam-Bok the Unveracious" by Jack London maps the unbelievable story of Nam-Bok, who returns from the sea. Set in a remote fishing village with Native American inhabitants, the villagers are surprised when a man called Nam-Bok, who disappeared with his boat long ago, returns with a strange story to tell. Yet his tale of the huge sailing boats and railways of a society far away are too incredible for the village natives. The joyful reunion turns into a sad event, as the locals decide that Nam-Bok must either be a liar or a spirit and is no longer welcome among them. The short story is one of London's stories inspired by the period the writer spent at the Klondike Gold Rush in the late 19th century and was published in the early 20th century.Jack London (1876–1916) was an American writer and social activist. He grew up in the working class, but became a worldwide celebrity and one of the highest paid authors of his time. He wrote several novels, which are considered classics today, among these 'Call of the Wild', 'Sea Wolf' and 'White Fang'.

"Keesh, the Son of Keesh" is a short story by Jack London on a love that requires sacrifices. Keesh, the chief of the Thlunget people, wants to trade goods for the hand of Su-Su, who is the daughter of the chief of the Tana-naws. Yet Keesh has spent time with Christian missionaries, adopting their ideas and objections to killing. This does not please the Tana-naws, who demand respect for their old ways. Su-Su agrees to marry Keesh only if he brings her three heads as proof of his devotion. Which will Keesh follow: his new-found conscience or his romantic desire? The short story is one of London's stories inspired by the period the writer spent at the Klondike Gold Rush in the late 19th century and was published in the early 20th century.Jack London (1876–1916) was an American writer and social activist. He grew up in the working class, but became a worldwide celebrity and one of the highest paid authors of his time. He wrote several novels, which are considered classics today, among these 'Call of the Wild', 'Sea Wolf' and 'White Fang'.

The Mandell village in Jack London's short story "The Sunlanders" is quite unlike any other village. It is remote, and because there are much more men than women, also polygamous. What has happened to make the village as it is? We are told of a great and violent battle between the villagers and white intruders called the Sunlanders that took place years ago - as told by one of the few survivors alive to the tell the story. The short story is one of London's stories inspired by the period the writer spent at the Klondike Gold Rush in the late 19th century and was published in the early 20th century.Jack London (1876–1916) was an American writer and social activist. He grew up in the working class, but became a worldwide celebrity and one of the highest paid authors of his time. He wrote several novels, which are considered classics today, among these 'Call of the Wild', 'Sea Wolf' and 'White Fang'.

"Blood for blood, rank for rank," runs the code of the intense Thlinket people in Jack London's "The Death of Ligoun." A man recounts the tale of a mighty warrior called Ligoun and what took place at a memorable meeting of chiefs long ago. Although Ligoun appreciated fighting, he also advocated peace. Yet the meeting between chiefs is bound to take a grave turn when the code is broken, all insults must be avenged and the code honored until the very end. The short story is one of London's stories inspired by the period the writer spent at the Klondike Gold Rush in the late 19th century and was published in the early 20th century.Jack London (1876–1916) was an American writer and social activist. He grew up in the working class, but became a worldwide celebrity and one of the highest paid authors of his time. He wrote several novels, which are considered classics today, among these 'Call of the Wild', 'Sea Wolf' and 'White Fang'.

In Jack London's short story "Li Wan, The Fair," a woman called Li Wan is journeying a long trail with her husband, a commanding Native American named Canim. When they come across a settlement of gold diggers and two wealthy American women, Li Wan wants to establish a connection. Instead, she is faced with a clash of cultures and the strong will of her husband. The short story is one of London's stories inspired by the period the writer spent at the Klondike Gold Rush in the late 19th century and was published in the early 20th century.Jack London (1876–1916) was an American writer and social activist. He grew up in the working class, but became a worldwide celebrity and one of the highest paid authors of his time. He wrote several novels, which are considered classics today, among these 'Call of the Wild', 'Sea Wolf' and 'White Fang'.

The short story "The Law of Life" by Jack London is a study on the human psyche, as one faces the familiar cycle of life and death. Old Koskoosh, who is the father of his Native American tribe's chief, is dying. As his people leave him and he lays on the ground in his final hours to wait for his end, he looks back on his life. Memorable events fill his thoughts until the very end - even until the wolves arrive. The short story is one of London's stories inspired by the period the writer spent at the Klondike Gold Rush in the late 19th century and was published in the early 20th century.Jack London (1876–1916) was an American writer and social activist. He grew up in the working class, but became a worldwide celebrity and one of the highest paid authors of his time. He wrote several novels, which are considered classics today, among these 'Call of the Wild', 'Sea Wolf' and 'White Fang'.

In Jack London's short story "In the Forests of the North," two cultures clash with grave consequences. Explorers discover unmapped territory far in the North, where they encounter an Eskimo settlement as well as a white man who disappeared years before. Upon meeting his 'brothers' again, the white man called John Fairfax is tempted to leave the settlement, where he has been for the last five years but is pulled back by his marriage to the local chief's daughter. Not willing to give up his husband, Fairfax's wife resists him leaving, and a violent fight erupts between the visitors and local people. The short story is one of London's stories inspired by the period the writer spent at the Klondike Gold Rush in the late 19th century and was published in the early 20th century.Jack London (1876–1916) was an American writer and social activist. He grew up in the working class, but became a worldwide celebrity and one of the highest paid authors of his time. He wrote several novels, which are considered classics today, among these 'Call of the Wild', 'Sea Wolf' and 'White Fang'.

In "The Sickness of Lone Chief" by Jack London, the once-mighty Lone Chief has fallen far from his glory days and describes the memorable events that made him rise to power long ago. Although he was once taken for dead among his people and even took part in his own funeral, a glorious turn of events took place. As a result, he regained his strength and ensured his place as the chief of his people - that is, until the steamboats came. The short story is one of London's stories inspired by the period the writer spent at the Klondike Gold Rush in the late 19th century and was published in the early 20th century.Jack London (1876–1916) was an American writer and social activist. He grew up in the working class, but became a worldwide celebrity and one of the highest paid authors of his time. He wrote several novels, which are considered classics today, among these 'Call of the Wild', 'Sea Wolf' and 'White Fang'.

Jack London's "The Master of Mystery" is set in a Native American fishing village in Alaska. A woman has lost her most valuable possession: the blankets of a deceased Englishman. The culprit must be found, but what makes matters more complicated is that the local shaman has fallen out of favor, forcing a feared shaman from outside the village to come to their aid. Can he help them, and will the culprit be found? The short story is one of London's stories inspired by the period the writer spent at the Klondike Gold Rush in the late 19th century and was published in the early 20th century.Jack London (1876–1916) was an American writer and social activist. He grew up in the working class, but became a worldwide celebrity and one of the highest paid authors of his time. He wrote several novels, which are considered classics today, among these 'Call of the Wild', 'Sea Wolf' and 'White Fang'.