"Dutch Courage and Other Stories" by Jack London is a compilation of thrilling tales from the early 1900s. The stories show London's talent for depicting the adventurous spirit and the raw appeal of the natural world, often focusing on brave young characters who conquer difficult situations with courage, like mountaineering and daring sea voyages. The first story, "Dutch Courage," begins with Gus Lafee and Hazard Van Dorn, two young men disappointed to find someone else has already reached Half Dome. Their disappointment turns into resolve when they see the other climber needs help, leading them on a risky rescue attempt. This highlights themes of teamwork, the pull of adventure, and winning against challenges, which are common in London’s writing.
Dutch Courage and Other Stories
By Jack London
When fellow climbers find themselves in desperate need of rescue, two young adventurers embark on a treacherous journey.
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About the AuthorJohn Griffith Chaney, better known as Jack London, was an American novelist, journalist and activist. A pioneer of commercial fiction and American magazines, he was one of the first American authors to become an international celebrity and earn a large fortune from writing. He was also an innovator in the genre that would later become known as science fiction.
John Griffith Chaney, better known as Jack London, was an American novelist, journalist and activist. A pioneer of commercial fiction and American magazines, he was one of the first American authors to become an international celebrity and earn a large fortune from writing. He was also an innovator in the genre that would later become known as science fiction.
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