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this book was not that great i’m sorry, i like the idea of getting back to the roots of what we are and who we are, but London jumped around so much it was hard to follow at times, but that’s what you get for packing so much into a small book i guess

jbmorgan86's review against another edition

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I recently read this book with 40 sixth graders. I've read it on my own before, but the kids' dislike for the book was contagious. The book is way too dry and advanced for 11 year olds.

rebeccatc's review against another edition

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5.0

The Call of the Wild is the story of Buck, a part shepherd, part St. Bernard dog who is kidnapped and taken to the Yukon Territory to be pressed into service as a sled dog. As he adapts to his new life, Buck leaves his soft and civilized self behind and relies on the ancient instincts inherited from his ancestors to survive. The book is told so convincingly from Buck's point of view that I had to remind myself we don't actually know what dogs are thinking, and that the book was, in fact, written by a human author. Recommended.

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Plot- or character-driven? Plot

5.0

bookhamster88's review against another edition

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adventurous challenging informative inspiring reflective sad tense fast-paced

Plot- or character-driven? Plot
Strong character development? Yes
Loveable characters? Yes
Diverse cast of characters? Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

5.0

jack_w16's review against another edition

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3.0

At first, I hated the gimmick (the book is told from the perspective of a wolf), but then, when I got used to it, it felt kind of badass for a few chapters then lost its novelty. The story is fine, but really its only perks are incredible descriptions of Alaska and the wilderness.

Anyway, Jack London walked so furries could run.

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