The Red One

Name: The Red One
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Jack London

Sept 2024 · Prabhat Prakashan

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Discover the gripping tale of Jack London's "The Red One," a story that delves into themes of obsession, cultural clash, and the unknown. Narrated by Bassett, a scientist on an expedition in the Guadalcanal jungle, this novella explores his quest to collect butterflies that turns into a harrowing encounter with a mysterious red sphere.

The "Red One" is an enigmatic object of worship for the headhunting natives, who see it as a god and perform human sacrifices in its honor. Bassett's fascination with the sphere becomes an obsession, leading him to confront the terrifying reality of its power and the cultural rituals surrounding it.

Curious about how London's story intertwines the exotic with the macabre? How does the Red One symbolize the intersection of science, mythology, and human sacrifice?

Experience the chilling narrative of "The Red One," where London's mastery of suspense and psychological drama brings to life a tale of ambition and fatal attraction.

Ready to explore a story where obsession leads to sacrifice? Dive into "The Red One" and unravel the mystery of the red sphere that claims more than just curiosity.

Don't miss out on this thrilling adventure. Purchase "The Red One" now and immerse yourself in Jack London's intense and thought-provoking narrative.

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One of the pioneers of 20th century American literature, Jack London specialized in tales of adventure inspired by his own experiences. London was born in San Francisco in 1876. At 14, he quit school and became an "oyster pirate," robbing oyster beds to sell his booty to the bars and restaurants in Oakland. Later, he turned on his pirate associates and joined the local Fish Patrol, resulting in some hair-raising waterfront battles. Other youthful activities included sailing on a seal-hunting ship, traveling the United States as a railroad tramp, a jail term for vagrancy and a hazardous winter in the Klondike during the 1897 gold rush. Those experiences converted him to socialism, as he educated himself through prolific reading and began to write fiction. After a struggling apprenticeship, London hit literary paydirt by combining memories of his adventures with Darwinian and Spencerian evolutionary theory, the Nietzchean concept of the "superman" and a Kipling-influenced narrative style. "The Son of the Wolf"(1900) was his first popular success, followed by 'The Call of the Wild" (1903), "The Sea-Wolf" (1904) and "White Fang" (1906). He also wrote nonfiction, including reportage of the Russo-Japanese War and Mexican revolution, as well as "The Cruise of the Snark" (1911), an account of an eventful South Pacific sea voyage with his wife, Charmian, and a rather motley crew. London's body broke down prematurely from his rugged lifestyle and hard drinking, and he died of uremic poisoning - possibly helped along by a morphine overdose - at his California ranch in 1916. Though his massive output is uneven, his best works - particularly "The Call of the Wild" and "White Fang" - have endured because of their rich subject matter and vigorous prose.

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