Smoke And Shorty (1920)

Smoke and Shorty is a collection of short stories written by the renowned American author, Jack London, and published in 1920. The book is a collection of eight stories that revolve around the adventures of two friends, Smoke and Shorty, who are wandering through the wilds of Alaska during the gold rush of the late 19th century. The stories are filled with vivid descriptions of the harsh Alaskan landscape and the challenges faced by the two protagonists as they navigate through the wilderness. They encounter various obstacles, including wild animals, harsh weather conditions, and dangerous individuals, but they always manage to come out on top through their resourcefulness, bravery, and quick thinking. The book also explores themes of friendship, loyalty, and the pursuit of wealth, as Smoke and Shorty are constantly searching for the next big gold strike. However, they also learn valuable lessons about the importance of human connections and the dangers of greed and selfishness. Overall, Smoke and Shorty is a thrilling and engaging read that transports readers to a bygone era and immerses them in the rugged beauty of the Alaskan wilderness. It is a must-read for fans of adventure, Westerns, and classic American literature.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.