Approaches to Teaching the Works of Jack London
Approaches to Teaching the Works of Jack London is a teaching resource from the Modern Language Association of America, covering classroom materials and critical approaches to London's writing. It addresses works including The Call of the Wild, “To Build a Fire,” and Martin Eden, with perspectives spanning class, race, gender, ecology, evolution, law, and regional history.
At a glance
- Surveys teaching resources, including editions, photographic sources, and audiovisual aids.
- Discusses teaching London's work through social, political, cultural, and historical lenses.
- Includes approaches to both frequently taught and lesser-known works.
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Pros
- Connects practical teaching materials with a wide range of critical perspectives.
- The described scope suits courses that want to place London's writing in historical and cultural context.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Modern Language Association of America |
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| Publication date | October 1, 2015 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 240 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1603291431 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1603291439 |
| Weight listed | 11.2 ounces |
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| Dimensions | 5.9 x 0.6 x 8.9 inches |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Teachers planning courses on Jack London from middle school through graduate study.
- Readers seeking classroom approaches to London's fiction and its social, cultural, and historical contexts.
Less suited to
- Readers looking for a general biography or a collection consisting primarily of London's original fiction.
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Frequently asked questions
What does this book cover?
It surveys teaching materials and approaches to London's works, including perspectives on class, race, gender, ecocriticism, animal studies, evolution, law, and regional history.
Which Jack London works are discussed?
The listing names The Call of the Wild, “To Build a Fire,” and Martin Eden, as well as lesser-known works.
Who is the guide intended for?
The listing presents it for classroom use from middle school through graduate programs.
