Salomonøerne

Set on a plantation in the Solomon islands in the 1900s this gripping novel explores the themes of domination, racial inequality, the emancipation of women and the strength of the human spirit. The backdrop of the story is the struggle between the natives and colonials, the loss their beautiful home for the sake of human expansion on a global scale. With an incredible cast of vibrant characters and beautiful world building this inspired novel is perfect for anyone who loved Meryl Streep’s ‘Suffragette".Jack London (1876–1916) was a pioneer, novelist, journalist and social activist. London was one of the first American authors to become an international celebrity thanks to his pioneering work in commercial fiction and magazines. Additionally he is accredited as a major innovator in the genre we now know as science fiction. Growing up in a working class background and spending several years homeless, he was a passionate fighter for workers’ rights, socialism, unionisation and animal rights. He would go on to be one of the highest paid authors in America thanks to his classics such as ‘Call of the Wild’, ‘White fang’ and ‘Sea Wolf’.

Michael is a good natured Irish-terrier forced to be a slave hunter on a schooner in the Solomon Islands. His life changes forever when he is accidentally forgotten on a desert island only to be abducted by another crew to be sold for money. However, Dag, his captor, grows fond of the sweet little dog, deciding instead to take him with him on his journeys around the world. This globe-trotting adventure is a sequel to London’s ‘Jerry of the Islands’ and is as equally profound and compelling with it’s harsh lessons on reality and the human experience. If you loved Harrison Ford’s take on ‘The Call of the Wild’ you’ll love this wonderful novel.Jack London (1876–1916) was a pioneer, novelist, journalist and social activist. London was one of the first American authors to become an international celebrity thanks to his pioneering work in commercial fiction and magazines. Additionally he is accredited as a major innovator in the genre we now know as science fiction. Growing up in a working class background and spending several years homeless, he was a passionate fighter for workers’ rights, socialism, unionisation and animal rights. He would go on to be one of the highest paid authors in America thanks to his classics such as ‘Call of the Wild’, ‘White fang’ and ‘Sea Wolf’.

Jack London infamously wrote books about fantastic dogs and 'Jerry of the Islands' is no exception. Jerry is an English Terrier who lives a life coloured by the rough and racist views of his owner, Mr. Haggin. One day Mr. Haggin decides to give Jerry to a local sea captain and Jerry starts a new, exciting life on a whale boat. However, as the boat stops at Malaita Island, Jerry is suddenly left all alone amongst the people he once considered his biggest enemies. As Jerry's new life unfolds, it takes an unexpected turn, one that he might not be able to survive. Echoing the colonial sentiments of the era, 'Jerry of the Islands' is a thrilling story of South Sea adventure told through the eyes of man's best friend. From electrifying action, thought-provoking statements and a great canine hero- this novel has it all. -

Micaèle è un bonario cane terrier che vive nelle isole Salomone, la cui vita cambia radicalmente quando incontra un uomo bianco di nome Dag Daughtry sulla spiaggia. Daughtry pensa di poter vendere il purosangue Micaèle, e lo porta con sé sulla barca - e alla fine il cane navigherà fino a San Francisco. Durante il suo viaggio Micaèle conosce molte persone, alcune amanti degli animali, altre meno - e passo dopo passo è costretto a capire che non tutte le persone sono buone come lui credeva.Jack London (1876-1916) è stato uno scrittore e attivista sociale americano. Di estrazione operaia, divenne una celebrità mondiale e uno degli autori più pagati del suo tempo. Scrisse diversi romanzi, oggi considerati classici, tra cui "Il richiamo della foresta", "Il lupo dei mari" e "Zanna Bianca".

Basset is an English scientist who has been working hard in order to find a mystical, large butterfly species in the jungle of Guadalcanal. However, soon Basset is not so interested in butterflies anymore – he has heard a strange, inviting voice in the jungle. He decides to follow the voice without knowing that these actions will change his life for good...'The Red One' is a collection of 4 thrilling short stories published in 1918.Jack London (1876–1916) was an American writer and social activist. He grew up in the working class, but became a worldwide celebrity and one of the highest paid authors of his time. He wrote several novels, which are considered classics today, among these 'Call of the Wild', 'Sea Wolf' and 'White Fang'.

"Den blodrøde streg" fortæller den usminkede sandhed om den mest rå og brutale krig nogensinde, hvor mænds laveste instinkter blandes med de ædleste følelser. Endnu engang tager James Jones os med til fronten på Guadalcanal i Stillehavet under 2. verdenskrig, som også dannede baggrund for hans romaner "Herfra til evigheden" og "Feber", og hvor han selv gjorde tjeneste under krigen.James Jones har tegnet en lang række portrætter af kompagniets soldater, men billedet af kompagnichefen, kaptajn Stein, står allerstærkest. Han bliver stillet over for at skulle sende sine folk ud i angreb på de japanske stillinger, vel vidende at det betyder døden. Han er et gennemsnitsmenneske, der først knuges af frygt, men efterhånden vokser med ansvaret.James Jones (1921-1977) var en amerikansk forfatter, der er mest kendt for sine romaner om 2. verdenskrig og efterkrigstiden. James Jones var selv soldat i infanteridivisionen under 2. verdenskrig og blev såret i slaget om Guadalcanal. En af hans mest berømte romaner "Den tynde røde linie" er inspireret af hans egne oplevelser ved dette slag. James Jones’ roman "Herfra til evigheden" vandt National Book Award i 1952."Utvivlsomt et mesterværk."- Chicago Daily News"Blandt det allerbedste, der er skrevet om 2. verdenskrig."- Pittsburgh Press"Noget nær et mirakel af en krigsroman."- The Atlantic Monthly