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Jack London

White Fang

Jack LondonFiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1906

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Jack London

White Fang

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 1906
Book Details
Pages

252

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Yukon Territory • 1890s

Topic
Publication Year

1906

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

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Super Short Summary

White Fang by Jack London follows the journey of a wild-born wolfdog named White Fang from the harsh wilderness of the Yukon Territory during the Klondike Gold Rush to eventual domestication. The novel adeptly explores survival, nature versus nurture, and personal growth through discipline and adaptability. White Fang transitions from a brutal life in the wild to a loving bond with humans, ultimately finding peace and loyalty. The book includes references to dog fighting, animal cruelty, and racism toward Indigenous people.

Gritty

Mysterious

Adventurous

Dark

Emotional

Reviews & Readership

4.0

194,283 ratings

73%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Jack London's White Fang captivates with its vivid depiction of wild nature and complex animal characters. Praised for its gripping narrative and profound exploration of survival and instinct, the novel also faces criticism for occasional anthropomorphism that may distract readers. Nonetheless, it remains a compelling classic of American literature.

Who should read this

Who Should Read White Fang?

Readers who relish tales of adventure, survival, and the natural world will enjoy White Fang by Jack London. Fans of The Call of the Wild or Herman Melville’s Moby-Dick will appreciate London's vivid portrayal of the harsh wilderness and the intricate bond between humans and animals. Ideal for those who savor deep, existential undertones.

4.0

194,283 ratings

73%

Loved it

21%

Mixed feelings

6%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

252

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Yukon Territory • 1890s

Topic
Publication Year

1906

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

10-14 years

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