The Works of Jack London, Vol. 10 (of 17): The Faith of Men; The Game; The God of His Fathers - Couverture rigide

London, Jack

 
9781662721113: The Works of Jack London, Vol. 10 (of 17): The Faith of Men; The Game; The God of His Fathers

Synopsis


The Game is a 1905 novel by Jack London about a twenty-year-old boxer Joe, who meets his death in the ring. London was a sports reporter for the Oakland Herald and based the novel on his personal observations.


Joe Fleming earns his livelihood as a sailmaker and supports his mother and sisters. He adds to his income by taking part in prize-fights at sporting clubs. He is due to be married to Geneve, who works in the Silversteins' candy shop. Joe agrees to give up "the game" but asks that Geneve watch his last fight, on the eve of their wedding, and she reluctantly agrees. The story is told from Geneve's point of w.























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9781662721106: The Works of Jack London, Vol. 10 (of 17): The Faith of Men; The Game; The God of His Fathers

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ISBN 10 :  1662721102 ISBN 13 :  9781662721106
Editeur : Moon Classics, 2020
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