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Rated 5 out of 5 by Ricky Ticky Tavi from a new discovery for me I knew about Jack London from high school days and I really didn't get the dog stories. However, after seeing his biography and learning about all his work , I came away with a new and deeper insights into his life and work. Thank you Wondrium for this unique experience.

Date published: 2023-03-22

Rated 4 out of 5 by Dageek from Great short bio of Jack London Jack London is one of my favorite American authors. He has been so since I discovered his "dog" books as an adolescents. As an adult I have read many of his other works and short stories, and I have enjoyed those immensely. Jack had a short, but packed life. After reading "John Barleycorn or Alcoholic Memoirs" I was left with impression that he drank himself to death. The last several years of his short life Jack had many problems, he spent beyond his income, his alcohol abuse was catching up with him, and other health problems. Like many of us most of his problems were self-induced, but it still is very sad. This short film focused more on his money problems than on his alcoholism. It focused also on his second wife Charmain, who seemed charming and the perfect companion for Jack. Thinking of Jack London brings up my enjoyment in his writing and sadness when I think how his life was so short. I enjoyed the documentary and learned several new things I did not know about this man who was the most popular American author of his time.

Date published: 2021-12-30

Rated 5 out of 5 by the_izzy_way from Very professional documentary Although quite short, this documentary does a great job at explaining how and why Jack London wrote what he wrote. I enjoyed the different points of view from all the professors and London's descendants, and especially the original photographs and clips. I highly recommend this to appreciate London's work even more!

Date published: 2021-08-15

Rated 5 out of 5 by wcs1 from Great History! Great Photos and Videos! This biography showcases the times very well. There were many photos and videos of the time period even though the time period was more than 100 years ago.

Date published: 2021-08-10

Overview

The most ambitious biography ever made about the “master of adventure”. To commemorate his 100th death anniversary, let’s unfold his outstanding fate and how it reflects a turning point in American history, as Jack London participated in all its major political, cultural and social evolutions.

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01: First Period 1876-1905

Jack London, the world-famous author of The Call of the Wild, White Fang, or Martin Eden, became one of the greatest American figures. Born in a life of poverty, London always had a drive for adventure. This first episode delves deep into the early life of this American legend.

51 min

02: Second Period 1905-1916

After separating with his first wife, London's adventure continues. He writes White Fang and decides it it time once again to take political stances. He also continues his journey out in the wild west, and even around the world.

50 min