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The Call of the Wild

by Jack London

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The Call of the Wild

The title "Into the Primitive" in the first chapter of Jack London's The Call of the Wild signifies Buck's transformation from a pampered, civilized pet to a creature adapting to the harsh laws of...

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The Call of the Wild

In "The Call of the Wild," Buck encounters a wolf in the forest at night. Initially cautious, Buck pursues the wolf, eventually gaining its trust and friendship. They play together, symbolizing...

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