White Fang

"White Fang" by Jack London is a riveting tale of the wild, set in the Yukon Territory during the 1890s Klondike Gold Rush. This novel, a companion to London's famous "The Call of the Wild", inversely explores the world from the perspective of a wolf-dog mix named White Fang.

Born in the wild but gradually brought into the world of humans, White Fang's journey is one of survival, adaptation, and the struggle between his wild instincts and the demands of civilization. London masterfully portrays the harsh realities of life in the wilderness and the equally brutal world of humans. White Fang's experiences with various owners-ranging from cruel to kind-explore themes of morality, redemption, and the capacity for love and kindness in both animals and humans.

This classic novel is not just an adventure story but also a profound study of nature versus nurture and a commentary on the savage underpinnings of society.