Jack London

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The Abysmal Brute

Beschreibung

The Abysmal Brute explores the collision of innocence and the brutal world of professional boxing. The protagonist, a young and gifted fighter, carries the legacy of his father's prowess while remaining untouched by the sport's corruption, having been raised in the wilderness. He enters the boxing world with raw talent but little understanding of its darker realities. His journey begins when a fight manager learns of his remarkable strength and potential through a mysterious letter, prompting him to find the young fighter and his reclusive father. As the boxer steps into the ring, the initial reactions to his abilities are filled with scepticism, highlighting his unpolished nature. Throughout the story, both the young fighter and his manager grapple with the pressures of fame, the exploitation within the sport, and the challenge of maintaining integrity in a world that thrives on manipulation. The novel probes the contrast between the purity of the young fighter's character and the harshness of the environment he must navigate, revealing the complexity of both the individual and the world of professional boxing.

Autor

Jack London, born John Griffith Chaney on January 12, 1876, in San Francisco, California, was an American novelist, journalist, and activist. He is considered a pioneer of commercial fiction and a key figure in the rise of American magazines. London became one of the first American authors to achieve international fame and wealth through his writing. His works, which often explored themes of survival, individualism, and nature, were heavily influenced by thinkers like Friedrich Nietzsche, Charles Darwin, and Karl Marx. London married twice; his first wife was Elizabeth Maddern, whom he married in 1900 and divorced in 1904, and his second wife was Charmian London, whom he married in 1905 and remained with until his death. He had two daughters, Joan and Becky London. Jack London's adventurous spirit was reflected in his personal life, as well as in his writing, where he drew from his own experiences, including his time in the Klondike and his travels around the world. He passed away at the age of 40 on November 22, 1916, in Glen Ellen, California.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Double 9 Books
• Erscheinungstermin: 2. Januar 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 4mm
• Gewicht: 97g
• ISBN-13: 9789370427952
• ISBN-10: 9370427953
• Artikelnr.: 73741362