Some recent reviews point out problematic elements, such as blatant racism and a narrow view of "masculinity" that equates strength solely with aggression and dominance. Review: "The Call of the Wild" by Jack London
Buck faces an internal struggle between his loyalty to humans—specifically his deep bond with John Thornton—and the "irresistible pull of freedom" calling him from the forest.
Heavily influenced by Darwinian concepts, the book illustrates that only those who can adapt to their environment will endure. Buck’s transformation is seen as a recovery of "instinctual rationality" rather than just a loss of domesticity.
Some recent reviews point out problematic elements, such as blatant racism and a narrow view of "masculinity" that equates strength solely with aggression and dominance. Review: "The Call of the Wild" by Jack London
Buck faces an internal struggle between his loyalty to humans—specifically his deep bond with John Thornton—and the "irresistible pull of freedom" calling him from the forest.
Heavily influenced by Darwinian concepts, the book illustrates that only those who can adapt to their environment will endure. Buck’s transformation is seen as a recovery of "instinctual rationality" rather than just a loss of domesticity.
