CALL OF THE WILD - Jack London [First US Edition 1903, First Impression] Illustr

Description: >>>>>> EXPERIENCED & TRUSTED SELLER <<<>>> STRONG PROTECTIVE PACKAGING USED < <<>>> DESPATCH WITHIN 24 HOURS <<<<< THE CALL OF THE WILD By Jack London Illustrated by PHILIP R. GOODWIN and CHARLES LIVINGSTON BULL Decorated by CHARLES EDWARD HOOPER NEW YORK The Macmillan Company 1903 First Edition, First Impression Book Specification Format Cloth bound hard cover Language English Pagination 231, plus 2 pages of publisher’s ads Book Size Octavo Approx. Book Dimensions (Width, Height, Depth) in mm 140 x 199 x 30 Approx weight (grammes) 534g (I)SBN - Date This Edition Published July, 1903 [First Edition, First Impression] Date Of Original Publication 1903 Condition / Description (please see foot of listing for rating key) VERY GOOD : hard cover book bound in original green cloth stamped in black, white, red & gilt on both upper panel & spine, top edge of text block gilt, fore & lower edges untrimmed, cloth rubbed at board edges, corners, joints & spine tips with board just exposed at lower corner of rear panel, corners lightly bumped & rounded, spine ends bumped & cloth remains pinched here, minor kink in cloth at spine illustration, minor ripple in cloth at rear panel from bottom edge, fore & lower edges of text block a little toned, hinges strong, binding firm, illustrated endpapers, contemporary ink gift inscription on frontispiece blank recto, pages remain clean & bright, 18 illustrations as called for, collated & complete The Call of the Wild by Jack London Illustrated by Philip R. Goodwin & Charles Livingston Bull. Decorated by Charles Edward Hooper. The Call of the Wild, published in 1903, is one of Jack London’s most famous novels and is often considered a classic in American literature. The story follows Buck, a domesticated dog who is stolen from his comfortable home and sold into the harsh life of a sled dog in the Yukon Territory during the 1890s Klondike Gold Rush. Through a series of brutal trials, Buck gradually taps into his primal instincts, ultimately finding his place in the wild. The novel explores themes of survival, the pull of nature, and the contrast between civilisation and the wild. London’s vivid depictions of the wilderness and his understanding of animal instincts offer a gripping portrayal of the natural world. Jack London (1876–1916) was an American author and journalist, widely recognised for his adventurous and rugged storytelling. Born in San Francisco, he grew up in poverty and faced numerous hardships from a young age. London worked various jobs, including as a sailor, labourer, and even a prospector during the Klondike Gold Rush, which inspired many of his famous works, including The Call of the Wild and White Fang. London was a passionate advocate for social justice and socialism, and his experiences with poverty and class struggles deeply influenced his writing. Though he faced health issues and died at 40, London's contributions to literature left an indelible mark, with his works continuing to inspire readers with their depictions of adventure, survival, and the human connection to nature. This is the First Impression of the US First Edition, published by Macmillan, New York, July 1903. Postage & Packaging I am a bookseller based in the South West of England. I have many years of experience of operating on eBay, and post items to all corners of the globe. Once you have paid for your book it will be despatched to you on the next available posting day. 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POOR / READING COPY: A book that is sufficiently worn that its only merit is the complete text, which must be legible. Any missing maps or plates should still be noted. May be soiled, scuffed, stained, or spotted, and may have loose joints, hinges, pages, etc. EX-LIBRARY: Will always be designated as such no matter what the condition of the book. BOOK CLUB: Will always be noted as such no matter what the condition of the book. BINDING COPY: A book in which the pages or leaves are perfect but the binding is very bad, loose, off, or non-existent. Always, if issued with one, the lack of a dust jacket or slipcase will be noted. >>>>>> EXPERIENCED & TRUSTED SELLER <<<>>> STRONG PROTECTIVE PACKAGING USED < <<>>> DESPATCH WITHIN 24 HOURS <<<<<

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CALL OF THE WILD - Jack London [First US Edition 1903, First Impression] Illustr

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Return postage will be paid by: Buyer

Returns Accepted: Returns Accepted

After receiving the item, your buyer should cancel the purchase within: 30 days

Return policy details: I will accept an item returned to me within 30 days after the item is delivered to the customer. The item must be returned in the condition in which it was received, therefore should be adequately packaged. The buyer will bear the cost of the return posting and packing. If the above criteria are met, a full refund will be made of the original cost of the item, but not of the original postage charge. However, if the item is found to be, upon delivery to the customer, defective, then a full refund including the original postage cost will be offered. The customer will remain responsible for the cost of returning the item.

Condition: Used

Binding: Cloth

Personalised: No

Place of Publication: New York

Signed: No

Publisher: The Macmillan Company

Weight: 534g

Original/Facsimile: Original

Year Printed: 1903

Language: English

Illustrator: Philip R. Goodwin, Charles Livingston Bull, Charles Edward Hooper

Special Attributes: 1st Edition, Illustrated