Call of the Wild
Summary:
Call of the Wild is a novel by Jack London that tells the story of Buck, a domestic dog who is stolen from his home in California and sold into the brutal life of an Alaskan sled dog. Buck faces many challenges as he adapts to his new environment and learns to survive in the harsh wilderness.
As Buck becomes more in tune with his primal instincts, he starts to feel the call of the wild pulling him away from civilization and back to his roots. He forms a bond with a man named John Thornton, who treats him with kindness and respect.
However, Buck's wild nature eventually takes over, and he leaves Thornton to join a pack of wolves in the forest. He embraces his true nature and becomes a leader among the wolves, answering the call of the wild.
Themes:
The novel explores themes of survival, loyalty, and the conflict between civilization and nature. It also delves into the idea of returning to one's primal instincts and finding one's true identity in the wilderness.