How I Became a Socialist

Resumen del libro

"How I Became a Socialist" is a 1903 essay by Jack London. John Griffith "Jack" London (1876 - 1916) was an American journalist, novelist, and social activist. He was amongst the first writers of fiction to receive international acclaim and earn a large fortune from their work. London was also a member of the radical literary group "The Crowd", as well as a vehement advocate of socialism. Other notable works by this author include: "White Fang" (1906), "Before Adam" (1907), and "The Iron Heel" (1908). This fascinating treatise explores the idea of socialism and the reasons for London's advocacy, making is a must-read for those with an interest in his his life and mind. Many vintage books such as this are becoming increasingly scarce and expensive. We are republishing this volume now in an affordable, modern, high-quality addition complete with a specially commissioned new biography of the author.

Biografía del autor

JACK LONDON (San Francisco, 1876 Glen Ellen, California, 1916) fue novelista, cuentista, periodista y una de las grandes figuras de la narrativa norteamericana de comienzos del siglo XX. Ma rinero, vagabundo, buscador de oro en Alaska y corresponsal, llevó una vida tan intensa como las historias que escribió. Autor de clásicos como La llamada de lo salvaje, Colmillo blanco o Martin Eden, su obra explora la aventura, la lucha por la supervivencia, el conflicto entre individuo y sociedad y las grietas del capitalismo industrial. Su estilo directo y poderoso, de fuerte aliento épico y social, lo mantiene como un autor de referencia.