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Born in the wilds of the freezing cold Yukon, White Fang - half-dog, half-wolf - is the only animal in the litter to survive. He soon learns the harsh laws of nature, yet buried deep inside him are the distant memories of affection and love. Will this fiercely independent creature of the wild learn to trust man again? Richard Adams, prize-winning author of Watership Down, introduces this chilling, beautiful tale of the wild.

Unabridged version of White Fang, by Jack London, offered here for chump change. The story is the essence of the raw American frontier, with wild animals in the wild world of humans. Taste the bitter cold in the unforgettable adventure of White Fang.London writes of dogs driven by, “instinct, sensation, and emotion, and by simple reasoning,” which leaves the reader wanting more chapter after chapter.Read the heart quickening tale in this unabridged, affordably printed volume that drives the reader to the last page.Contents PART I 3CHAPTER I—THE TRAIL OF THE MEAT 3CHAPTER II—THE SHE-WOLF 6CHAPTER III—THE HUNGER CRY 11PART II 15CHAPTER I—THE BATTLE OF THE FANGS 15CHAPTER II—THE LAIR 20CHAPTER III—THE GREY CUB 23CHAPTER IV—THE WALL OF THE WORLD 25CHAPTER V—THE LAW OF MEAT 30PART III 32CHAPTER I—THE MAKERS OF FIRE 32CHAPTER II—THE BONDAGE 37CHAPTER III—THE OUTCAST 40CHAPTER IV—THE TRAIL OF THE GODS 42CHAPTER V—THE COVENANT 45CHAPTER VI—THE FAMINE 48PART IV 52CHAPTER I—THE ENEMY OF HIS KIND 52CHAPTER II—THE MAD GOD 56CHAPTER III—THE REIGN OF HATE 59CHAPTER IV—THE CLINGING DEATH 62CHAPTER V—THE INDOMITABLE 67CHAPTER VI—THE LOVE-MASTER 69PART V 75CHAPTER I—THE LONG TRAIL 75CHAPTER II—THE SOUTHLAND 78CHAPTER III—THE GOD’S DOMAIN 81CHAPTER IV—THE CALL OF KIND 85CHAPTER V—THE SLEEPING WOLF 88

When this novel was first published in 1906, Jack London was well on his way to becoming one of the most popular writers in the world. A spellbinding tale of life in the northern wilds, White Fang ranks among the author's finest achievements. London reveals the savage realities of the battle for survival among all species in a harsh, unyielding environment. Part wolf, part dog, White Fang is a ferocious and magnificent creature whose experiences reflect the essential rhythms and patterns of life in both humanity and the animal kingdom.Above all, this story offers keen observations on the extraordinary workings of one of nature's greatest gifts: the power to adapt. With his focus on this wondrous process, London created an adventure classic that's as fresh and appealing today as it was a century ago.

“White Fang” is a novel by American author Jack London (1876-1916). It was first published in 1906. The story takes place in Canada, during the Gold Rush at the end of the XIX century, and narrates a wild wolfdog’s journey to domestication. Much of it is written from the view-point of the canine character, exploring how wild animals view their world and that of human beings. The novel has been adapted for the screen numerous times.The ebook also contains- the original illustrations by Charles Livingston Bull (1874-1932);- a London's extra-story, the well-known “To Build a Fire” (1910);- a complete bibliography of London’s novels.

This hardcover collector's edition is cleany formatted for easy reading, 12 point Garamond, 1.15 spacing. In his unforgiving world, White Fang, part dog and part wolf, a wonderful creature, adaptable to every situation and challenge life throws at him, grows and responds and is steady on his feet. He is a survivor, with beauty and strength unlimited. He learns to follow the brutal laws of the North--fight to survive or die. Even his experiences in the wild cannot prepare him for the owner who turns him into an unfeeling killer.A most remarkable book, to change the human heart forever, to make it embrace, respect and honour creatures of the wild. The reader lives each moment through the eyes of White Fang and becomes him, thus honouring the beauty of the wolf and dog. White Fang is a precious and timeless book that will last through the ages. Its very language is like a symphony of the most beautiful and lingering kind. A masterpiece.

WHITE FANG is a novel by American author Jack London (1876-1916) - and the name of the book's eponymous character, a wild wolfdog. First serialized in Outing magazine, it was published in 1906. The story takes place in Yukon Territory, Canada, during the 1890s Klondike Gold Rush and details White Fang's journey to domestication. It is a companion novel (and a thematic mirror) to London's best-known work, The Call of the Wild, which is about a kidnapped, domesticated dog embracing his wild ancestry to survive and thrive in the wild. Much of WHITE FANG is written from the viewpoint of the titular canine character, enabling London to explore how animals view their world and how they view humans. White Fang examines the violent world of wild animals and the equally violent world of humans. The book also explores complex themes including morality and redemption. White Fang has been adapted for the screen numerous times, including a 1991 film starring Ethan Hawke. (more on: wisehouse-classics.com)

“The Wild still lingered in him and the wolf in him merely slept.” ~ Jack London, White FangA companion novel to Jack London's 'The Call of the Wild', 'White Fang' is the story of a wild dog's journey toward becoming civilized in the Canadian territory of Yukon at the end of the nineteenth century. 'White Fang' is characteristic of London's precise prose style and innovation use of voice and perspective. Much of the novel is written from the viewpoint of the animals, allowing London to explore how animals view their world and how they view humans.

• The book includes 10 unique illustrations that are relevant to its content.White Fang is the titular character and a novel by American author Jack London. First serialized in Outing magazine, it was published in 1906. The story takes place in Yukon Territory, Canada, during the Klondike Gold Rush at the end of the 19th-century, and details a wild wolfdog's journey to domestication. White Fang is a companion novel (and a thematic mirror) to London's best-known work, The Call of the Wild, which concerns a kidnapped, domesticated dog embracing into his wild ancestry to survive and thrive in the wild.Much of the novel is written from the view-point of his canine character, enabling London to explore how animals view their world and how they view humans. White Fang examines the violent world of wild animals and the equally violent world of humans. The book also explores complex themes including morality and redemption.White Fang has been adapted for the screen numerous times, including a 1991 film starring Ethan Hawke.