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The Call of the Wild

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Classics Fiction Young Adult Historical Fiction

by Jack London

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3.83 (223.9K ratings)
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description 172 pages

The Call of the Wild by Jack London holds a well received rating of 3.83 out of 5, based on 223.9K reader ratings. First published in 1903. The book spans 172 pages.

About The Call of the Wild

First published in 1903, The Call of the Wild is regarded as Jack London's masterpiece. Based on London's experiences as a gold prospector in the Canadian wilderness and his ideas about nature and the struggle for existence, The Call of the Wild is a tale about unbreakable spirit and the fight for survival in the frozen Alaskan Klondike.

Detail Value
Author Jack London
Published 1903
Pages 172
Genres Classics, Fiction, Young Adult, Historical Fiction
Average Rating 3.83 / 5.00
Total Ratings 223,932

Reader Ratings & Analysis

Rating Overview

3.8
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223.9K ratings
With a rating of 3.83, The Call of the Wild is rated below the global average of 4.17. Compared to its genre average of 4.03, it performs below the genre benchmark. With 223.9K ratings, it is among the most reviewed books in its category.

How It Compares

3.83
This Book
4.03
Historical Fiction Average
4.17
Global Average

Frequently Asked Questions

What genre is The Call of the Wild?

The Call of the Wild is categorized as Classics, Fiction, Young Adult, Historical Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Historical Fiction.

Is The Call of the Wild worth reading?

Based on 223.9K reader ratings, The Call of the Wild has an average score of 3.83 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.

How many pages is The Call of the Wild?

The Call of the Wild has 172 pages. It is a relatively quick read.

Who wrote The Call of the Wild?

The Call of the Wild was written by Jack London. It was first published in 1903.

What is the ISBN for The Call of the Wild?

The ISBN-13 for The Call of the Wild is 9780439227150.0.

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