The Scarlet Plague

The Scarlet Plague

Author: Jack London

Publisher: Hesperus Press

Published: 2014-04-01

Total Pages: 69

ISBN-13: 1780942036

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An old man walks along deserted railway tracks, long since unused and overgrown; beside him a young, feral boy helps him along. It has been 60 years since the great Red Death wiped out mankind, and the handful of survivors from all walks of life have established their own civilization and their own hierarchy in a savage world. Art, science, and all learning has been lost, and the young descendants of the healthy know nothing of the world that was—nothing but myths and make-believe. The old man is the only one who can convey the wonders of that bygone age, and the horrors of the plague that brought about its end. What future lies in store for the remnants of mankind can only be surmised—their ignorance, barbarity, and ruthlessness the only hopes they have. This cataclysmic tale remains a terrifying prophecy of the perils of globalization, which are all too pertinent today.


The Red One

The Red One

Author: Jack London

Publisher: Prabhat Prakashan

Published: 2024-09-30

Total Pages: 101

ISBN-13:

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Discover the gripping tale of Jack London's "The Red One," a story that delves into themes of obsession, cultural clash, and the unknown. Narrated by Bassett, a scientist on an expedition in the Guadalcanal jungle, this novella explores his quest to collect butterflies that turns into a harrowing encounter with a mysterious red sphere. The "Red One" is an enigmatic object of worship for the headhunting natives, who see it as a god and perform human sacrifices in its honor. Bassett's fascination with the sphere becomes an obsession, leading him to confront the terrifying reality of its power and the cultural rituals surrounding it. Curious about how London's story intertwines the exotic with the macabre? How does the Red One symbolize the intersection of science, mythology, and human sacrifice? Experience the chilling narrative of "The Red One," where London's mastery of suspense and psychological drama brings to life a tale of ambition and fatal attraction. Ready to explore a story where obsession leads to sacrifice? Dive into "The Red One" and unravel the mystery of the red sphere that claims more than just curiosity. Don't miss out on this thrilling adventure. Purchase "The Red One" now and immerse yourself in Jack London's intense and thought-provoking narrative.


Earth Abides

Earth Abides

Author: George R. Stewart

Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

Published: 1993-12

Total Pages: 325

ISBN-13: 0899683703

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Mark of the Plague

Mark of the Plague

Author: Kevin Sands

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2016-09-06

Total Pages: 387

ISBN-13: 1481446762

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Christopher Rowe is back and there are more puzzles, riddles, and secrets to uncover in this follow-up to the Indie Next pick The Blackthorn Key, which was called a “spectacular debut” by Kirkus Reviews in a starred review. The Black Death has returned to London, spreading disease and fear through town. A mysterious prophet predicts the city’s ultimate doom—until an unknown apothecary arrives with a cure that actually works. Christopher’s Blackthorn shop is chosen to prepare the remedy. But when an assassin threatens the apothecary’s life, Christopher and his faithful friend Tom are back to hunting down the truth, risking their lives to untangle the heart of a dark conspiracy. And as the sickness strikes close to home, the stakes are higher than ever before…


The Scarlet Plague

The Scarlet Plague

Author: Jack London

Publisher: Edicions Perelló

Published: 2024-07-25

Total Pages: 81

ISBN-13: 8410227568

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In the year 2073, the world as we once knew it has vanished. A devastating plague, known as the Scarlet Plague, has wiped out civilization, leaving only a handful of survivors who now wander through a desolate and primitive landscape. James Howard Smith, an elderly man who lived through the days before the catastrophe, recounts his story to his grandchildren, offering them a window into the past and the rise and fall of humanity. In a setting where nature has reclaimed its dominance, Smith struggles to impart the lessons of the past to a new generation that can barely comprehend the magnitude of what has been lost. Jack London takes us on a profound journey through time and memory, exploring the fragility of civilization and the resilience of the human spirit. With his powerful and evocative narrative style, The Scarlet Plague is a haunting reflection on survival, memory, and the future of humanity.


Theft

Theft

Author: Jack London

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Published: 2018-07-07

Total Pages: 342

ISBN-13: 9781722384180

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Theft: A Play In Four Acts Jack London by Jack London Margaret Chalmers. Twenty-seven years of age; a strong, mature woman, but quite feminine where her heart or sense of beauty are concerned. Her eyes are wide apart. Has a dazzling smile, which she knows how to use on occasion. Also, on occasion, she can be firm and hard, even cynical An intellectual woman, and at the same time a very womanly woman, capable of sudden tendernesses, flashes of emotion, and abrupt actions. She is a finished product of high culture and refinement, and at the same time possesses robust vitality and instinctive right-promptings that augur well for the future of the race. We are delighted to publish this classic book as part of our extensive Classic Library collection. Many of the books in our collection have been out of print for decades, and therefore have not been accessible to the general public. The aim of our publishing program is to facilitate rapid access to this vast reservoir of literature, and our view is that this is a significant literary work, which deserves to be brought back into print after many decades. The contents of the vast majority of titles in the Classic Library have been scanned from the original works. To ensure a high quality product, each title has been meticulously hand curated by our staff. Our philosophy has been guided by a desire to provide the reader with a book that is as close as possible to ownership of the original work. We hope that you will enjoy this wonderful classic work, and that for you it becomes an enriching experience.


The Scarlet Plague

The Scarlet Plague

Author: Jack London

Publisher:

Published: 2020-10-05

Total Pages: 46

ISBN-13:

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The Scarlet Plague is a post-apocalyptic fiction novel written by Jack London and originally published in London Magazine in 1912. The book was noted in 2020 as having been prescient of the Coronavirus outbreak, especially given London wrote it at a time when the world was not as quickly connected by travel as it is today.The story takes place in 2073, sixty years after an uncontrollable epidemic, the Red Death, has depopulated the planet. James Smith is one of the survivors of the era before the scarlet plague hit and is still left alive in the San Francisco area, and he travels with his grandsons Edwin, Hoo-Hoo, and Hare-Lip. His grandsons are young and live as primeval hunter-gatherers in a heavily depopulated world. Their intellect is limited, as are their language abilities. Edwin asks Smith, whom they call "Granser", to tell them of the disease alternately referred to as scarlet plague, scarlet death, or red death.


Scarlet (The Lunar Chronicles Book 2)

Scarlet (The Lunar Chronicles Book 2)

Author: Marissa Meyer

Publisher: Penguin UK

Published: 2013-02-07

Total Pages: 382

ISBN-13: 0141971843

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The second book in The Lunar Chronicles series by Marissa Meyer. This is not the fairytale you remember. But it's one you won't forget. SCARLET BENOIT'S grandmother is missing. The police have closed her case. The only person Scarlet can turn to is Wolf, a street fighter she does not trust, but they are drawn to each other. Meanwhile, in New Beijing, Cinder will become the Commonwealth's most wanted fugitive - when she breaks out of prison to stay one step ahead of vicious Queen Levana. As Scarlet and Wolf expose one mystery, they encounter Cinder and a new one unravels. Together they must challenge the evil queen, who will stop at nothing to make Prince Kai her husband, her king, her prisoner . . . ***Red Riding Hood-meets-Percy Jackson in a thrilling new spin on Grimm by Marissa Meyer, the author of Cinder.***