Jack London: A Writer's Adventurous Life
by Lisandrelli, Elaine Slivinski
Series:People to Know (Enslow)
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AR Book Level
7.5
AR Points
3
Word Count
19,045
Interest Level
Middle Grades (MG 4-8)
Genre
Nonfiction
AR Quiz #
31443 EN
About this book
This book tells the life story of Jack London, from his childhood in poverty to his rise as one of America's most famous authors. It follows his adventurous life as an oyster pirate, sailor, war correspondent, hobo, reporter, and gold miner, showing how his real experiences shaped his famous novels like "The Call of the Wild" and "White Fang." Through primary research and interviews, the author portrays London's travels, struggles, and eventual success as a writer.
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