The Twenty-Fifth Man (Classic Reprint): The Strange Story of Ed. Morrell, the Hero of Jack London's "Star Rover" - Couverture souple
Synopsis
Rugged frontier action meets a controversial look at justice and punishment.
This edition blends a tense mountain chase with sharp sections that argue for sweeping changes in how society treats crime. Set against the Sierra foothills, it follows a determined pursuer in a clash of danger, wit, and shifting loyalties.
Readers will encounter high-stakes gunfights and a vivid landscape, alongside bold critiques of jails, reform ideas, and how law—and media—shape public perception. The book balances brisk storytelling with provocative ideas about social order.
- A fast-paced chase across rough terrain and tense close-quarters combat.
- Occasional interludes that discuss a sweeping new approach to penology and punishment.
- Effects of press coverage and rumor on public perception of crime and justice.
- A central narrator whose experiences raise questions about law, mercy, and reform.
Ideal for readers who enjoy frontier adventure as well as historical debates about crime and punishment.
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