Lourie, Peter. Jack London and the Klondike Gold Rush.

Lourie, Peter.  Jack London and the Klondike Gold Rush. Macmillan/Henry Holt  2017  192p  $18.99  Hardback  ISBN 978-0-8050-9757-3  jr/sr  Biography  E-BN

Here is the compelling story of how one writer drew upon a rugged life of adventure in the Klondike to create classic works of literature. This is a very well written and highly informative book that reads smoothly, describing the hardships of the Klondike. Readers will see many of Jack's experiences show up in his later stories.  This is an excellent book that should be included in any secondary library.

Summary: Here is the compelling story of how one writer drew upon a rugged life of adventure in the Klondike to create classic works of literature.

Jack London, The Klondike                                   --Linda McNeil