Graded reader · B2
The Call of the Wild
by Jack London
A short, powerful B2 adventure — the Klondike gold rush seen through a dog’s eyes, translation a tap away.
About this book
The pull of the ancestral wild
Buck, a powerful domestic dog stolen from his California home and sold into the brutal world of the Yukon Gold Rush, slowly heeds the ancient call of his wolf ancestors.
“There is an ecstasy that marks the summit of life, and beyond which life cannot rise.”The Call of the Wild
It is the shortest novel in the library — about four hours — and the prose is muscular and direct, with vivid action that keeps meaning clear. A perfect first full classic for a B2 reader.
For learners
Why this book is great for learning English
Short enough to finish fast
Seven chapters, around four hours — the easiest way to complete a whole classic and feel the win.
Direct, muscular prose
London writes in strong, concrete sentences, so the action stays clear even when the vocabulary is rich.
Vivid, memorable scenes
The wilderness imagery is striking and emotional — words you save here come attached to images you won’t forget.
What's inside
Contents
7 chapters in all, in the complete original text.
About the author
The reading experience
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Tap to translate
Touch any word or phrase to see it in your language, instantly, without leaving the page.
Save & practise
Keep the words you want. They become flashcards built from your own reading.
Audio narration
Listen to clear, natural narration and read along to train your ear.
Progress tracking
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