Description
Jack London's semi-autobiographical novel plunges into the ambitious world of Martin Eden, a young, uneducated sailor who becomes consumed by a burning desire for knowledge and literary success. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century San Francisco, the narrative follows his relentless pursuit of self-improvement and intellectual enlightenment, often at great personal cost. This powerful story serves as a profound exploration of individualism, the nature of ambition, and the societal structures that both enable and obstruct personal growth. London masterfully weaves in themes of socialism, the pursuit of fame, and the psychological toll of striving, creating a timeless critique of societal values and the individual's place within them.
Available Editions
paperback
Penguin
Published Feb 1, 1994
481 pages
ISBN: 9780140187724
paperback
Unknown
Published Jan 1, 2020
ISBN: 9785171060541
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Details
First Published
1909
Language
eng
Content Warnings
Content and trigger warnings for Martin Eden by Jack London.