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In this series we explore the many facets of love through literary talents that span both time and country. There are times when love is not a revelation and a calling from one soul to another but a carefully navigated path, or maybe a badly chosen path that decimates happiness. Which way will our literary leviathans take us? Inevitably it will be more than one.

The Game is a gripping boxing drama that tells the story of a young prizefighter on the eve of his final bout. Through the eyes of his fiancée, we witness the brutal beauty of the sport, the dangers of ambition, and the emotional toll of a life in the ring.

അന്വേഷണങ്ങൾക്കും കണ്ടെത്തലുകൾക്കുമുള്ള മനുഷ്യമനസ്സിന്റെ അടങ്ങാത്ത മോഹങ്ങൾ മുഖമുദ്രയാക്കുന്നവയാണ് ജാക്ക് ലണ്ടന്റെ കഥകൾ. മനുഷ്യജീവിതത്തിന്റെ സങ്കീർണ്ണതകളെയും നിസ്സാരതകളെയും വെളിവാക്കുന്ന അദ്ദേഹത്തിന്റെ To Build A fire, A Piece of Steak, The White Silence, Moon Face, The Law of Life തുടങ്ങിയ പ്രശസ്തമായ കഥകളുടെ പരിഭാഷ.

Short stories have always been a sort of instant access into an author’s brain, their soul and heart. They can lift our lives into locations, people and experiences with a sweep of landscape, narration, feelings and emotions that is difficult to achieve elsewhere. A new century dawns, one in which America would become pre-eminent as its industrial might and military power rose above all others. In literature too its authors tackled new forms and new ideas, they shied away from little, immersing themselves and their readers in the promise of a new Century.

Short stories have always been a sort of instant access into an author’s brain, their soul and heart. They can lift our lives into locations, people and experiences with a sweep of landscape, narration, feelings and emotions that is difficult to achieve elsewhere. Jack London is widely regarded as one of America’s pre-eminent writers of the great outdoors. His stories are raw and, at times, harrowing, but always dependable fare. His work also includes stories on pandemics and bizarre scientific experiments. An author so much more than the usual wrapper proclaims.

David Grief erlebt gefährliche Abenteuer in der Südsee: Auf Fitu-Iva stoppt er das Betrugsgeschäft eines selbsternannten Premierministers, auf Fuatino befreit er Eingeborene aus Piratenhand und auf einem entlegenen Atoll stellt er einen alten Betrüger zur Rede. Schließlich kommt es zu einer gefährlichen Auseinandersetzung ... 1. Das große Geld von Fitu-Iva, 2. Piraten auf Fuatino, 3. Swithin Halls wiederentdecktes Atoll, 4. Gestrandet, 5. Beisetzung eines Häuptlings, 6. Pikett, 7. Der Prinz.

Hearts of Three is a swashbuckling treasure-hunting adventure that follows wealthy heir Francis Morgan on a perilous journey to Central America. As he searches for his ancestor’s legendary fortune, he faces ruthless rivals, ancient mysteries, and a passionate love triangle.

Love of Life and Other Stories is a collection of gripping tales about survival in the unforgiving Yukon. From desperate gold miners to struggling animals, these stories showcase Jack London’s masterful storytelling and his deep understanding of human and animal endurance.

The Red One is a collection of Jack London’s most intriguing adventure stories. From an explorer’s eerie encounter with cannibals and an otherworldly artifact to thrilling gold rush quests and high-seas escapades, these tales showcase London’s signature blend of danger, mystery, and raw human survival.

The Sea-Wolf is a powerful tale of survival, philosophy, and the brutal force of nature. When literary critic Humphrey van Weyden is shipwrecked and rescued by the ruthless Captain Wolf Larsen, he is forced to endure the cruel realities of life at sea. A psychological battle unfolds between intellect and brute strength in this gripping masterpiece by Jack London.

Tales of the Fish Patrol plunges listeners into the dangerous and lawless world of San Francisco’s waterways. Jack London’s riveting stories follow the daring exploits of the Fish Patrol as they battle illegal fishermen, poachers, and smugglers. With a cast of rugged characters and high-seas action, this collection captures the spirit of maritime adventure and the untamed frontier of the American West.

When God Laughs, and Other Stories showcases Jack London’s mastery of the short story. From tales of prizefighting and criminal exploits to frontier survival and allegorical fables, this collection highlights London’s ability to capture human struggle and adventure. Perfect for fans of fast-paced, thought-provoking storytelling.

Son of the Wolf is Jack London’s first published collection, featuring gripping tales of survival in the harsh Yukon during the Gold Rush. With stories of men battling nature, the lawless frontier, and each other, this collection showcases the raw power of London’s storytelling and the brutal beauty of the frozen North.

Jack London - der Abenteuer-Schriftsteller schlechthin! In seinem kurzen Leben hat er zahlreiche Klassiker erschaffen, darunter viele Kurzgeschichten, die von den Mühen und Schicksalen der Männer handeln, die im rauhen Norden ihr Glück suchen. Mit dabei: Die Romane "Der Ruf der Wildnis", "Wolfsblut" sowie die Kurzgeschichten: "Wie man ein Feuer macht", "Das Gesetz des Lebens", "Der Sohn des Wolfs", "Eine Odyssee des Nordens", "Die Männer von Forty-Mile", "In einem fernen Lande", "Der Seebauer", "Der Feind der ganzen Welt".

Vier klassische Abenteuergeschichten in einer großen Hörbuch Box! Ungekürzt gelesen! Mit dabei sind: 1. Robert Louis Stevenson: Die Schatzinsel (Track 1 - 34), 2. Mark Twain: Die Abenteuer und Fahrten des Huckleberry Finn (Track 35 - 68), Jack London: Ruf der Wildnis (Track 69 - 75), Edgar Allan Poe: Der Goldkäfer (Track 76 - 77).

Natürlich denken wir bei dem Begriff "Science Fiction" unmittelbar an "Krieg der Sterne" oder "Raumschiff Enterprise", doch liegen die Anfänge des Genres weit in der Vergangenheit. Bereits im 18. Jahrhundert schrieb Jonathan Swift mit "Gullivers Reisen" einen frühen Klassiker der sogenannten "Zukunftsliteratur". In dieser großen Hörbuch Box geht es nicht um technikverliebte Weltraumliteratur a la "Perry Rhodan", sondern um klassische Literatur, die sich mit dem Thema beschäftigt, wie es in der Zukunft aussehen könnte, und das sowohl höchst realistisch als auch mit großer Hingabe zur Fiktion.

Buck, el perro del juez Miller, lleva una apacible vida en California, cuando es raptado y obligado a tirar de un trineo por las heladas orillas del río Yukón, donde miles de hombres llamados por la fiebre del oro buscan fortuna. Terribles experiencias y la crueldad de sus nuevos amos le empujan a reencontrarse con sus ancestros salvajes como única forma de adaptarse al medio y sobrevivir. El proceso de transformación que sufre Buck de perro doméstico a salvaje es impactante.

Follow Buck, a loyal and strong-willed dog, as he is torn from his comfortable life in California and thrust into the harsh, untamed wilderness of the Yukon during the Klondike Gold Rush. As he battles the elements, other animals, and his own survival instincts, Buck discovers his true nature and answers the call of the wild. This timeless story of adventure, survival, and self-discovery is a thrilling journey through the rugged Alaskan landscape, filled with danger, loyalty, and the primal struggle for existence.

The Scarlet Plague by Jack London is a haunting and thought-provoking tale that explores the aftermath of a global pandemic that nearly wipes out humanity. Set in the distant future, the story follows an elder recounting the catastrophic events of the "Scarlet Plague" to younger generations who live in a world that has reverted to a primitive state. London's vivid descriptions of societal collapse and the fragility of civilization make this novella both chilling and profoundly reflective.

This book contains the following works: 1. Edgar Allan Poe: The Pit and the Pendulum 2. William Shakespeare: A Midsummer Night's Dream 3. Frances Hodgson Burnett: The Secret Garden 4. Fyodor Dostoevsky: The Dream of a Ridiculous Man 5. Robert Louis Stevenson: Treasure Island 6. H. P. Lovecraft: At the Mountains of Madness 7. Jack London: The Call of the Wild 8. Mary W. Shelley: Frankenstein, or The Modern Prometheus 9. Osamu Dazai: No Longer Human (Confessions of a Faulty Man) 10. Nathaniel Hawthorne: The Scarlet Letter