The Sea-Wolf

In "The Sea-Wolf," Jack London crafts a gripping narrative that explores the duality of human nature through the tumultuous relationship between the cultured philosopher Humphrey van Weyden and the ruthless sea captain Wolf Larsen. Set against the treacherous backdrop of the Pacific Ocean, the novel employs a vivid, naturalistic style characteristic of London's broader body of work. Through intense dialogue and vivid imagery, London delves into existential themes of survival, morality, and the ...