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    The Call of the Wild: Level 2
    The Call of the Wild: Level 2
    The Call of the Wild: Level 2
    Audiobook (abridged)35 minutes

    The Call of the Wild: Level 2

    Written by Jack London

    Narrated by Iman

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    About this audiobook

    This animal fiction audiobook is about a dog that is taken from his owner and sold for use in extracting gold from mines. Buck the dog is traded among a few different people until finally being appreciated and given refuge by a kind person.

    This audio classic novel has been carefully abridged and adapted into 10 short easy to understand chapters. This format enables listeners of all ages and English language abilities to understand and enjoy the story. Composition includes original custom back ground music.

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherEDCON Publishing
    Release dateJul 1, 2011
    ISBN9780848113124
    The Call of the Wild: Level 2
    Author

    Jack London

    Jack London (1876-1916) was an American writer who produced two hundred short stories, more than four hundred nonfiction pieces, twenty novels, and three full-length plays in less than two decades. His best-known works include The Call of the Wild, The Sea Wolf, and White Fang.

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    • 4/5
      This book was a nice change of pace for me as I hadn't read a classic story in quite some time. I must say, I really enjoyed this short novel centered around the dog Buck. I think it is a very interesting idea to center a book around a dog, and London pulls it off beautifully. It takes us through the entire life of the dog, from his life on a farm to his days as a sled dog in Alaska. The transformation Buck makes from domesticated pet to primitive, instinctual animal is fascinating to read and think about. The descriptive language used by the author is outstanding. Overall, I can see why this is considered a classic and I look forward to reading more of him.
    • 3/5
      It was fun to read this again, as I had only the vaguest recollection from reading it as a kid. Refreshingly unsentimental in its depiction of the natural world, it raises important questions about yearning for a life "beyond good and evil." A walk on the wild side...
    • 5/5
      I listened to this audio and enjoyed the story very much. I can't believe I never read this before. I loved Jack London's intuitive feeling for animals. This story traces Buck's sudden entry into the wild and his education in survival among the wolves. Jack London's writing is exceptional and makes him one of the greatest American storytellers. If you haven't read this yet, you should as it is a quick, easy and thrilling read.
    • 4/5
      Buck's journey from domestic dog, to sled dog, to wolf. Aspects of nobility in returning to nature and civilisation as superior to 'wildness' mixed in a way that I found a little hard to reconcile, maybe colonialism?
    • 4/5
      The amount of violence and animal cruelty in this book made it a surprisingly difficult read. I was expecting something a bit more easy going.

      Despite being a book from the point of view from a dog in the Yukon, it was extremely relatable and applicable. The power struggles were interesting, and the struggle between individualism and teamwork. and I loved the commentary of the return of the instincts vs the degradation of Buck's civilized/human side. Even though most of the humans in this book are anything but civilized.
    • 2/5
      The author seems to know an awful lot about dog fights, assuming this was not plagiarized.
    • 5/5
      What a great, timeless and wonderful story. The story of Buck an unbreakable dog removed from a life of luxury and thrown into the cold and heartless adventure of the Alaskan wilds. A true story of heart and courage. At times the story is extremely violent but it all works. A story of such depth could never be told without the true grit in which London puts in its pages.
    • 5/5
      Another re-read of an old favourite was exactly what I needed yesterday. Jack London's masterpiece stands the test of time, and it's a snapshot of what it was like in the Klondike during the madness of the gold rush. Being Canadian, I can relate to the winter scenes and even to the gorgeous scenery. We are very fortunate to still have lots of beautiful wilderness in the province of Alberta. I love dogs, and Buck, as I remember, was the ultimate dog for me when I read this book the first time as a child. If you need a picker-upper or you're looking for a little nostalgia, pick up this little gem (or any one of the classics that you enjoyed as a child) and turn off the world for just a little while.
    • 5/5
      Moving, powerful, and beautifully written. I leaked from my eyes more than once.
    • 3/5
      Good Yukon adventure from dog's point of view. I remember he eventually left men and joined the wolves. It's been a long time.
    • 4/5
      The Call of the Wild by Jack London. I read this when I was about 10 years old. A long time ago. This book is included in the book "1000 Books to Read Before You Die" by James Mustich published in 2019. I've got a long way to go to finish this list. Posted on Vintage Paperback FB page. 10/20/22
    • 5/5
      Excellent writing but I can see why I didn't like this in junior high - the cruelty to animals is pretty difficult to take. I saw recently that this is on a "banned book" list - have no idea why.
    • 4/5
      This is a classic I missed reading while growing up. While watching the recent movie adaptation w/ Harrison Ford, I made a note to fix this wrong and read this book soon.

    • 2/5
      fiction. Family pet stolen/sold for work in Alaska/yukon gold rush (historical fiction/dog's point of view--some parts more accurate than other parts).
    • 4/5
      Jack London was vocal in his socialist views, and it was interesting to think of that while reading about this brutal, dog-eat-dog world of the Klondike Gold Rush, which he himself had been a part of at the tender age of 21. He created some indelible images, such as the dangerous impracticality of the inexperienced prospectors that leads to their demise out on a frozen lake, and the novella is a good read. I think he was less successful in anthropomorphizing the dogs, as to me it took away from the grim realism of the setting, and unfortunately we also get a couple of glimpses of London’s racism as well. Overall, I wish it had been fleshed out and had a perspective shift, but as a fable and a window into the past, it has some charm.
    • 5/5
      This was one of my favorite books as a kid. The first version I read was an abridged edition designed for children with lots of illustrations. I did read the original a few years later, when my reading ability caught up with my taste. This book gave childhood me puppy fever, even though before that I was afraid of dogs because one chased and tried to bite me. I was raised by cat people, you see, so I didn't know that the dog was trying to play. Now I know better. My favorite stuffed animal from the time was a husky that I named after Buck, a toy that I still own at thirty, even though one of my dogs chewed its ear a bit. Anyway, childhood love aside, Jack London is one of my favorites for this book and White Fang. This may be one of the sources of my anthropomorphized animal story love affair, and I am not ashamed of it in the least.
    • 4/5
      A tale of dog, his various owner and a trip from Salinas, California to Dawson, Alaska and then some. Buck is a quick learner and proves himself time and a again in the Alaska wilderness.
    • 4/5
      Rated: BAdventure story of Buck, a big dog "dog-napped" from easy living in Northern California to harsh realities in the Canadian Yukon.
    • 4/5
      3.5/5

      The Call of the Wild is told from the dog Buck's point of view.

      I read this as a teenager but I don't remember much of it. I do remember that I received it as a Christmas present and that it was part of a package of classic books, but that's about it.

      I'm glad I re-read this, but I didn't enjoy it as much as I did back in the day,(if I remember correctly). I am not a person that enjoys anything with animal abuse and as I get older I find myself less and less tolerant of those sorts of scenes.

      Overall though, this book was interesting and kind of neat,being that it was told from the dog's POV.
    • 5/5
      The Call of the Wild by Jack LondonI re-read Call of the Wild by listening to it on audio from Audible. Although I have read it a few times over the years, I wanted to refresh it in my mind before seeing the up-coming movie. I am so glad that I did. I never fail to be taken back to my positive reading experiences of youth and the simple and powerful story lines where classics such as: White Fang, Old Yeller, Where the Red fern Grows, and Call of the Wild bring to the reader. It is perfect for young readers and those that love animal or dog stories. It does describe the cruelties and hardships endured by these wonderful dogs so consider this when choosing for a child. I give this story a 5 stars and consider it a classic.
    • 5/5
      Great book. Everyone should read it.
    • 3/5
      When I initially read this American classic, I was in either elementary or high school. It had all the elements to entice a young boy. It is an adventure which occurs during the Yukon gold rush. The story's protagonist is Buck, an 140 lb St. Bernard and Scotch Collie mix, who is abducted from an easy life as the pet in St. Clara, California, and sold to dog traders who eventually sells him to mail couriers as a sled dog in the Yukon Territory. Buck will need to tap in to his more primeval instincts if he is to survive the harsh northern conditions. The third reason I chose this book is that it was short at less than 100 pages. I had recently read Moby Dick and I needed a break!It has been good revisiting some of the classics I read as a youth. They become more enjoyable when you understand better literary themes and metaphors.
    • 5/5
      It's pretty hard to find fault with this story or the way it's told. It was particularly engaging to read while my family is in the process of rehabilitating a very fearful rescue dog. Jack London is among the go-to authors for perspective on how we think when you pare away frivolous comforts - and that's exemplified in CotW.
    • 1/5
      Maybe it's because I'm not a dog, but I just don't find it interesting being in the mind of Buck. I was very excited to read this because so many people raved about it, but it just didn't hold my interest even as a child.
    • 4/5
      Trust, betrayal, loyalty and animal cruelty. A heart wrenching story about the life of dogs during the gold rush from an animal POV. I am not always a fan of such an approach but it worked well here. Highly engaging (worked well for an audiobook) but not black and white, as I could relate even to the most "evil" characters. I guess that's why it's a "classic" (mental note: "Read more classics"=).
    • 4/5
      I read this book a few pages at a time (distracted by Facebook, Instagram & Twitter - the usual suspects). When I finally finished it I felt I had read a wonderful, though quite violent, story. Yes, despite flaws, a great tale.
    • 5/5
      Another childhood favorite.
    • 3/5
      Honestly, the best part about this book was that it was narrated by Jeff Bridges. I love animal books but I feel as if I really would have enjoyed this much more in my youth. The Call of the Wild tells the story of Buck, a mixed breed dog who is stolen from cozy home and his lush life as a house dog to be taken up north to be a sled dog during the Yukon Gold Rush. Buck quickly acclimates to the tough life and sets himself apart from the other dogs with his strength, smarts, and cunning. Told entirely through Buck's perspectives, this was one of the first popular books that had an animal as a narrator. To me the most interesting parts were about the wilderness, the scenery, and the people; it was a fascinating time during the late 1800s! Even though it is a little violent, this is a great kids book, especially for animal lovers!
    • 4/5

      I was quite impressed by this book. I expected a simple, canine adventure story. I did get an adventure story, but the most interesting part was the inner journey. As you read it, keep in mind that Mr. London sets up Buck as a person. It's easy to identify with him, and more difficult to identify with most of the humans in the story. It's definitely food for thought.
    • 3/5
      These tales are so brutal."All the easy moral maxims of social life are tested - and most found wanting - in this ferocious landscape. This sometimes seems to be one of London's driving motives, as though his calling is to remind everyone of the chill below the warmth of our cozy social conventions." (Tobey Hiller)