The Human Drift and Other Essays - Jack London

Just how did we become the dominant species on the planet? Master storyteller Jack London considers the answer in "The Human Drift". Tracing humankind's journey over the centuries, he examines the many forces that have helped shaped our story, from hunger to war. It's a sharp-eyed essay that reflects his lifelong interest in evolutionary theory and socialism. In addition to "The Human Drift", this collection contains personal travelogues, a book review, and two one-act plays. London's talent across form and genre is on full display. An essential for completists.