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First published in 1914, "The Mutiny of the Elsinore" is a novel by American writer Jack London that centers around the death of a ship's captain and the ensuing conflict that arises as a result of a split in leadership and loyalty. The story is partially based on London's own experiences voyaging around Cape Horn on a ship called "The Dirigo" in 1912. John Griffith London (1876 – 1916), commonly known as Jack London, was an American journalist,...
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This vintage book contains a collection of short stories by American writer Jack London. The stories include: "When God Laughs", "The Apostate", "A Wicked Woman", "Just Meat", "Created He Them", "The Chinago", "Make Westing", "Semper Idem", "A Nose For The King", "The 'Frances Spaight'", "A Curious Fragment", "A Piece Of Steak", etc. John Griffith London (1876 – 1916), commonly known as Jack London, was an American journalist, social activist, and...
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"The Cruise of the Dazzler" is a 1902 boy's adventure novel by Jack London. Set in his home town of San Francisco, the story revolves around a boy called Joe Bronson who, unhappy with his mundane life at school, runs away to become a member of the crew of a boat in San Francisco Bay. However, he soon realizes that the captain and its screw are involved in illicit activities. The story is based on London's own experiences as an oyster pirate in San...
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