Buck is a huge four years old Scottish Sheppard-Saint Bernard cross breed who protected the household of Judge Miller’s estate. His strength and intelligence made him leader of all the family dogs. At this time, the gold rush had started and big, strong dogs like Buck were high in demand. Manuel, the gardener needed money to pay for his family and his gambling, so he took Buck to the railroad station and he was …showed first 75 words of 607 total…

…showed last 75 words of 607 total…that if you read this you too will develop a great deal of respect for animals. I have a great deal of respect for Jack London. I think this book is a reflection of his life and his feelings. He led a hard life in the wilderness and his experiences are sad but true. There’s more to this hardship than what meets the eye! I recommend this book to anyone who has a heart!