The Call of the Wild by Jack London

The Call of the Wild

Jack London

99 pages • first pub 1903 (editions)

fiction classics adventurous emotional medium-paced

Description

Buck, a domesticated ranch dog, is stolen from his home and sold as a sled dog. Buck becomes progressively primitive and wild, as he is forced to fight for survival and dominance over other dogs in the harsh Yukon environment.

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Moods

adventurous 89%
emotional 48%
sad 40%
dark 34%
tense 29%
reflective 22%
inspiring 16%
challenging 15%
hopeful 8%
informative 3%
lighthearted 3%
mysterious 2%
relaxing 2%

Pace

medium 46%
fast 37%
slow 15%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 57% | A mix: 26% | Plot: 14% | N/A: 1%

Strong character development?

Yes: 76% | It's complicated: 12% | No: 8% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 53% | It's complicated: 29% | No: 13% | N/A: 3%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 44% | It's complicated: 22% | Yes: 22% | N/A: 10%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 44% | Yes: 25% | It's complicated: 21% | N/A: 8%

Average rating

3.56

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