Jack London

A detailed Summary of Jack London

A Study of Jack London's Belief in Darwinism

Jack London has a strong belief in Darwinism, survival of the fittest, during the

late 1800's through the early 1900's, when he wrote. Throughout his writings, many

characters display London's belief in Darwinism. In the novel, The Call of the Wild, Jack

London's belief in the Darwinian Jungle is portrayed by animals interacting with humans,

each other, and the environment. This can be shown through Buck, a house dog turned

sled dog, interacting with his masters, other dogs, and the Yukon wilderness.

As Buck travels from master to master throughout the course of the novel he

learns, through trial and error, what behavior brings rewards, and that which brings

[Buck] had never been struck by a club in his life, and did

not understand. ...he was [now] aware that it was a club,

charged, and as often the club broke the charge and smashed

wolves in the territory, and from fighting with other dogs Buck could now defend himself.

honestly to respect them. He speedily learned that Perrault and Francois were fair men..."

London's work became a mirror of the turbulent McCarthy era..." (Veggian 2). Through

(London 21). Buck also learned when and how to defend himself against man. Londons

Buck also must adapt to survive in his new home, the Yukon Wilderness:

Approximate Word count = 609
Approximate Pages = 2 (250 words per page double spaced)

Category: Novels

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