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“...men, groping in the Arctic darkness, had found a yellow metal, and because steamship and transportation companies were booming the find, thousands of men were rushing into the Northland. These men wanted dogs, and the dogs they wanted were heavy dogs, with strong muscles by which to toil, and furry coats to protect them from the frost.”

Quote by Jack London

Book:Klondike Two Pack: The Call of the Wild and White Fang

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Klondike Two Pack: The Call of the Wild and White Fang

This volume includes two seminal works by Jack London, 'The Call of the Wild' and 'White Fang', both set in the harsh and unforgiving landscape of the Klondike region during the gold rush. The Call of the Wild follows the transformation of a domesticated dog into a wild sled dog, while White Fang explores the life of a wild dog as he adapts to human society. more

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Jack London was an American author known for his adventure novels and realistic works. His writings often depicted the lives of the underclass and his profound insights into the natural world. His notable works include 'The Call of the Wild' and 'White Fang'. more

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Book:The Call of the Wild and White Fang

Source: The Call of the Wild and White Fang

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Source: The Call of the Wild: Easyread Edition

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Source: The Call of the Wild, White Fang & To Build a Fire: (A Modern Library E-Book)

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Source: Pendragon: Quillan Games

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