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The Call of the Wild
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January 1, 2026
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March 31, 2026
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Wilderness Classics
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FWC Group Read chosen by Discussion Leader Lars Martin

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What Members Thought

Claire
Written from the point of view of Buck, MC and a dog, this classic is still an excellent and enjoyable read.
In the story, Buck tells about his consequent owners, the way they treat him and how he adapts to changing conditions. He has to face the bitter cold of the high North, is used as a sleigh dog, has to work very hard and is often abused by his owners.

The novel is an ode to friendship. It tells us about freedom and courage. It really deserves to be read even more than 100 years after it was
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Umesh
Apr 07, 2021 rated it liked it
Once you get beyond the novelty of written from Dog’s pov, it becomes less interesting. Climax is good, and some parts of the story are interesting but still overall meh
Paola
Jun 12, 2016 marked it as to-read
Neeria
Aug 22, 2016 rated it really liked it  ·  review of another edition
Bob
Feb 23, 2017 rated it really liked it
Soni
Jul 25, 2017 marked it as to-read
Elena
Jan 10, 2018 marked it as to-read  ·  review of another edition
Shelves: to-buy
Gabrielle
Mar 12, 2018 marked it as to-read
Jhmingos
Nov 30, 2019 rated it liked it
Jory
Jul 21, 2020 marked it as to-read
David
Apr 08, 2021 rated it it was amazing  ·  review of another edition
Elena
Nov 01, 2021 marked it as to-read  ·  review of another edition
Shelves: ebooks, for-children
Matt Heap
Apr 30, 2023 rated it really liked it
Marlo
Dec 29, 2023 rated it it was ok
Shelves: classics
Barry Brauchi
Sep 18, 2023 rated it liked it
Helena
Jan 26, 2025 marked it as to-read
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