Jack London 
The Game [EPUB ebook] 

‚The Game‘ is a short story written by Jack London, first published in 1905. It’s a gripping tale of survival and primal instinct set in the wilderness of the Yukon Territory during the Klondike Gold Rush.
The plot revolves around a man named Joe, who finds himself lost in the frozen wilderness after his dogsled team runs away. With no supplies and facing the harsh realities of the Arctic winter, Joe must rely on his wits and survival skills to stay alive.
As Joe battles hunger, cold, and exhaustion, he encounters a lone wolf that becomes his adversary in a desperate struggle for survival. The story explores themes of man versus nature, the instinct for survival, and the thin line between civilization and savagery.
‚The Game‘ is celebrated for its vivid descriptions of the Yukon landscape, its portrayal of the primal instincts that drive both man and beast, and its exploration of the human capacity for resilience in the face of adversity. It remains a classic of American literature and a powerful testament to Jack London’s skill as a storyteller.