Lost Face

LostFace

Lost Face is a collection of short stories by Jack London, first published in 1910. The book includes seven stories, all of which are set in the Klondike Gold Rush and explore themes of survival, human nature, and the harsh realities of life in the wilderness.

Stories in the Collection

The collection consists of the following stories:

1. Lost Face - The title story, which tells the tale of a man named Subienkow who is captured by Native Americans and must use his wits to escape a gruesome fate.
2. Trust - A story about a man who places his trust in a friend, only to be betrayed.
3. To Build a Fire - One of London's most famous stories, it depicts a man's struggle to survive in the extreme cold of the Yukon.
4. That Spot - A humorous tale about a dog named Spot and the misadventures of his owner.
5. Flush of Gold - A story about a woman named Joy Gastell who seeks wealth and love in the Klondike.
6. The Passing of Marcus O'Brien - A tale of a man who becomes a legend in the North.
7. The Wit of Porportuk - A story about a Native American woman who uses her intelligence to outwit a powerful man.

Themes

The stories in Lost Face often explore the following themes:

• Survival - Many of the characters face life-and-death situations in the harsh environment of the Klondike.
• Human nature - The stories delve into the complexities of human behavior, including trust, betrayal, and the will to live.
• Nature - The wilderness of the Klondike is a central element in the stories, often serving as both a setting and a character in its own right.

Related Works

Jack London is known for his adventure stories and novels set in the North. Some of his other notable works include:

• The Call of the Wild
• White Fang
• The Sea-Wolf
• Martin Eden

See Also

• Klondike Gold Rush
• Jack London
• To Build a Fire
• The Call of the Wild
• White Fang