Yukon Territory

‘To Build a Fire’ is one of Jack London’s (‘White Fang, ‘The Call of the Wild’) most cherished short stories. Drawn from London’s personal experiences, we follow an unnamed narrator taking his first steps into the untamed wilds of the Yukon. With only a native dog as his companion, our protagonist must contest with the hostile climate of the Yukon, as he surges ahead on a journey against nature that will shake him to his very core.‘To Build a Fire’ challenges readers to consider what survival means to them, and the lengths they would go to carry on in the most unforgiving territory in the world. Fans of London’s previous works will be enthralled with this story of man versus nature.Jack London (1876 – 1916) was an American journalist, social activist, and author of over 20 novels. From a working-class upbringing, London became one of the highest-paid authors of his time and a world-renowned celebrity. He is best remembered for his classic novels ‘The Call of the Wild’ (1903) and ‘White Fang’ (1906), and his short stories including ‘To Build a Fire’ (1902) and ‘An Odyssey of the North' (1900). Several of his works have found homes on the silver screen such as ‘The Call of the Wild’, which was recently adapted into a live-action film with ‘Star Wars’ and ‘Indiana Jones’ star Harrison Ford.

Set during the height of the Klondike gold rush this powerful short story follows two gold prospectors traversing the treacherous Canadian tundra. Supplies are low and their fates hang in the balance but they have no choice but to continue, it is too late to turn back. They must rely on each other to survive, they have no one else, but in this frozen waste can they trust each other with their lives? It is a powerful short story emblematic of London’s incredible ability to bring the beautiful brutality of the frozen Yukon to life. If you loved Leonardo DiCaprio in ‘The Revenant’ you’ll love this inspired piece on the untamed Yukon.Jack London (1876–1916) was a pioneer, novelist, journalist and social activist. London was one of the first American authors to become an international celebrity thanks to his pioneering work in commercial fiction and magazines. Additionally he is accredited as a major innovator in the genre we now know as science fiction. Growing up in a working class background and spending several years homeless, he was a passionate fighter for workers’ rights, socialism, unionisation and animal rights. He would go on to be one of the highest paid authors in America thanks to his classics such as ‘Call of the Wild’, ‘White fang’ and ‘Sea Wolf’.

‘A Daughter of the Snows’ is acclaimed author Jack London’s debut novel as well as the novel that began his trademark passion for the frozen Yukon. In this powerful debut, we follow Frona Welse, an incredibly determined and forthright woman as she returns to her small Canadian home town after graduating from Stanford. In this small community she faces prejudice, harassment and exclusion, but her impressive personality soon attracts many suitors and she finds herself in the midst of a love triangle.When she upsets her father’s wealthy community after befriending the local prostitute, she takes to the trail to find herself among the mountains. It is a brilliant read, particularly for its brilliant heroine and the beautiful world building emblematic of London’s writing mastery. If you love strong heroines like Charlize Theron’s ‘Furiosa’ in Mad Max, you’ll love this novel.Jack London (1876–1916) was a pioneer, novelist, journalist and social activist. London was one of the first American authors to become an international celebrity thanks to his pioneering work in commercial fiction and magazines. Additionally he is accredited as a major innovator in the genre we now know as science fiction. Growing up in a working class background and spending several years homeless, he was a passionate fighter for workers’ rights, socialism, unionisation and animal rights. He would go on to be one of the highest paid authors in America thanks to his classics such as ‘Call of the Wild’, ‘White fang’ and ‘Sea Wolf’.

Tytułowy Biały Kieł to udomowiony wilk wiodący pełne trudów życie w surowych warunkach Ameryki Północnej przełomu XIX i XX wieku. Wzruszająca i pełna, nierzadko brutalnych, zwrotów akcji, historia wilka posiadającego psie korzenie pozwala przyjrzeć się światu z perspektywy zwierzęcia. Biały Kieł doświadcza dobra i zła, także w kontakcie z ludźmi – z jednym z nich udaje mu się zawrzeć niezwykłą więź.Utwór doczekał wielokrotnych adaptacji filmowych.John Griffith Chaney, prozaik amerykański. Pisał powieści i opowiadania, których fabuły nierzadko wypływały z doświadczeń jego burzliwego oraz pełnego przygód życia. Do najważniejszych utworów autorstwa Londona należą „Zew krwi", „Biały Kieł", „Martin Eden", „Kaftan bezpieczeństwa. Włóczęga wśród gwiazd" i „Bellew Zawierucha".

Tuomari Marcus O'Brien on vasynyt. Yukonissa sijaitsevassa Red Cow'ssa on alkanut tapahtua yha enemman ja enemman henkirikoksia. Vaikuttaa silta kuin jopa pieni suukopu riittaisi syyksi riistaa toisen miehen henki. O'Brien paattaa tehda muuan Arizona Jackista varoittavan esimerkin. Rikoksista tuomitut on tatakin ennen laitettu veneeseen ja jatetty Yukon-joen kuljetettavaksi. Rikoksen suuruus vaikuttaa mukaan annettavan ruokamaaraan. Nyt O'Brien aikoo antaa Arizona Jackille vain kolmen paivan muonat mukaan. Vaan kuka voittaakaan lopulta? Selviaisiko Marcus O'Brien itse veneessa Yukon-joen vietavana?Marcus O'Brienin kohtalo sisaltaa jannittavia novelleja Yukonista, kullankaivajien maailmasta.-

«Дочь снегов» – дебютный роман Джека Лондона, опубликованный в 1902 году. Действие происходит на севере Канады во времена золотой лихорадки на Клондайке. Главная героиня Фрона Уэлз не из тех женщин, которые будут подчиняться приказам. Она – дочь богатого юконского предпринимателя и выпускница Стэнфордского университета, и ей всё равно, что о ней думают другие. После учёбы в европейских университетах Фрона возвращается к отцу на Север, где сталкивается с предрассудками местных жителей. Несмотря на разницу во взглядах, Фрона имеет успех среди мужчин и вскоре оказывается в центре любовного треугольника.Джек Лондон (1876–1916) был американским писателем, общественным деятелем, журналистом и военным корреспондентом. Ему выдалось непростое детство и довольно рано начатая самостоятельная трудовая жизнь. Несмотря на трудности и лишения, Джек Лондон стал всемирно известным и высокооплачиваемым автором приключенческих рассказов и романов. К наиболее известным произведениям относятся «Зов предков», «Морской волк» и «Белый клык». Сам автор определял свой стиль как «вдохновенный реализм, проникнутый верой в человека и его стремления».

Mammoths have been extinct for thousands of years. So what do you do when an insanely talented hunter and storyteller describes how he just killed one? Thomas Stevens is a skillful hunter, but his storytelling ability is where his real gift lies, are these mammoths real? What is being hunted out there?‘A Relic of the Pliocene’ is one of the intriguing short stories in Jack London’s collection ‘The Faith of Men and Other Stories'. All of the stories are set in Yukon, Canada, and they all boast a fast-paced plot, captivating characters, and London’s signature charmJack London (1876–1916) was an American writer and social activist. He grew up in the working class, but his unflinching realism eventually earned him the status of one of the highest-paid authors of his time. Many of his novels are considered classics today, his most notable being ‘Call of the Wild’, ‘Sea Wolf’, and ‘White Fang’. Fans of Mark Twain, Rudyard Kipling, and Charles Dickens will enjoy his ability to make the mundane captivating.

Two white men. Gold on indigenous land. An indigenous chief who is tired of exploitation. Based upon Jack London’s own experiences with the Klondike gold rush in 1987, ‘The God of His Fathers’ is a collection of short stories detailing the brutality and adversity that awaited men in the unforgiving expanses of the Yukon. Described by many as London’s best and most defining work, his remarkable insight and unflinching realism appeal to fans of both adventure and historical novels.Jack London (1876–1916) was an American writer and social activist. He grew up in the working class, but his unflinching realism eventually earned him the status of one of the highest-paid authors of his time. Many of his novels are considered classics today, his most notable being ‘Call of the Wild’, ‘Sea Wolf’, and ‘White Fang’. Fans of Mark Twain, Rudyard Kipling, and Charles Dickens will enjoy his ability to make the mundane captivating.

A man travels through the frozen wasteland bordering the Yukon River, accompanied by his best friend – a large husky dog. The dog tries to dissuade the man from walking farther into the frozen land, but the man pushes on. At some point the man decides to stop and build a fire. Unfortunately, snow falls from one of the trees and extinguishes the fire. This is the moment where the problems truly begin.Why is the man travelling through the Canadian frozen lands? Where is he heading to? Will he manage to restart the fire? Will he and his friend survive in the harsh weather?Find all the answers in Jack London’s short story "To Build a Fire" from 1908.B. J. Harrison started his Classic Tales Podcast back in 2007, wanting to breathe new life into classic stories. He masterfully plays with a wide array of voices and accents and has since then produced over 500 audiobooks. Now in collaboration with SAGA Egmont, his engaging narration of these famous classics is available to readers everywhere.Jack London (1876–1916) was an American writer and social activist. He grew up in the working class, but became a worldwide celebrity and one of the highest paid authors of his time. He wrote several novels that are considered classics today, among these are "Call of the Wild", "Sea Wolf" and "White Fang".

Twee hongerlijdende goudzoekers trekken over een bevroren Canadese toendra op zoek naar eten. Een van deze mannen heet Bill. De naam van de andere man, de protagonist, komen we niet te weten. Op een gegeven moment gaat deze door zijn enkel, waarop Bill hem in de steek laat. Nu zijn kogels ook op zijn is het maar de vraag of hij zal overleven.-

The story takes place in the extreme conditions of the Yukon during the 19th century Klondike Gold Rush, where strong sled dogs were in high demand. After Buck, a domesticated dog, is snatched from a pastoral ranch in California, he is sold into a brutal life as a sled dog. The novella details Buck's struggle to adjust and survive the cruel treatment he receives from humans, other dogs, and nature. He eventually sheds the veneer of civilization altogether and instead relies on primordial instincts and the lessons he has learned to become a respected and feared leader in the wild. The Call of the Wild is London's most popular work and is considered the masterpiece of his so called 'early period'. The novella is often classified as children's literature because of its animal protagonist, but the maturity of its subject matter makes it valuable for older audiences as well. Major themes include survival of the fittest, civilization versus nature, and fate versus free will.