2025

Jack London (1876–1916) was an American author, journalist and social activist whose works were deeply influenced by his challenging early life and varied experiences. Born into poverty in San Francisco, he worked a range of jobs, including as a sailor and a gold prospector, before becoming a full-time writer. London’s writing reflects his adventurous spirit and fascination with the natural world, often exploring themes of survival, individualism and the human struggle against nature. A passionate advocate for social reform, he used his writing to comment on issues of class inequality, labor rights and the human condition. His compelling stories have cemented his place as one of the most influential American authors of the early 20th century. Noteworthy works by Jack London: • The Call of the Wild (1903) • The Sea-Wolf (1904) • Burning Daylight (1906) • White Fang (1906) • The Cruise of the Snark (1911)