"Jerry of the Islands" by Jack London is a tale set in the Solomon Islands around the 1910s, and follows the journey of Jerry, an Irish terrier who embodies loyalty and resilience. Readers experience the world through Jerry’s eyes, navigating the beauty and danger of a colonial setting marked by cannibalism and colonial brutality. The story starts with Jerry's sudden departure from his beloved "Mister" Haggin, setting the stage for an adventure aboard the "Arangi" into uncharted territory. As he begins his travels, the narrative explores themes of plantation life, the fear of the unknown, and the complicated relationships between different kinds of people and other animals. From the beginning Jerry's loyalty and the survival of his instincts are put to the test as he faces constant threats in this remote region.
Jerry of the Islands
By Jack London
Torn from his loving master, a courageous dog is thrust into a world of savage beauty, where he must rely on his instincts to survive treacherous seas and dangerous people.
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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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