Cover art by Philip R. Goodwin, the first edition (1903)
Written by
Jack London3 audiobooks with Academy Voices
Jack London grew up poor in Oakland, California, and worked as a sailor and cannery hand before joining the Klondike Gold Rush in 1897.More about Jack London →
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Brian Pederson4 audiobooks with Academy Voices
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Answer the call of adventure in Jack London’s The Call of the Wild, the timeless story of Buck—a pampered St. Bernard–Scotch Collie whose easy California life is shattered when he’s thrust into the brutal world of the Klondike Gold Rush.
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About this audiobook
Answer the call of adventure in Jack London’s The Call of the Wild, the timeless story of Buck—a pampered St. Bernard–Scotch Collie whose easy California life is shattered when he’s thrust into the brutal world of the Klondike Gold Rush. Torn from hearth to harness, Buck must master the law of club and fang, outwit rivals, and battle the elements as he journeys from house pet to trail-wise leader—and beyond, to the ancient song that stirs in his blood.
Narrator Brian Pederson delivers a vivid, resonant performance that brings London’s stark landscapes and indelible characters to life. With crisp pacing and nuanced character work, Pederson heightens every triumph and trial, from the bite of subarctic nights to the fierce loyalties forged on the sled trail.
A gripping survival saga and a profound meditation on instinct, freedom, and belonging, this enduring classic captivates listeners young and old. Whether you’re rediscovering a favorite or experiencing it for the first time, this audiobook will sweep you into a world where courage is tested, bonds are earned, and the wild calls to the heart.
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Details
Length
3 hr 27 min
Format
Unabridged audiobook
Released
September 2024
Publisher
Academy Voices
Language
English
ISBN
9798875194740
Cover art
By Philip R. Goodwin, the first edition (1903)
Questions
Who narrates The Call of the Wild audiobook?
This edition of The Call of the Wild by Jack London is narrated by Brian Pederson.
How long is The Call of the Wild audiobook?
It runs 3 hr 27 min, unabridged, so you hear the complete text.
Is this audiobook narrated by a real person?
Yes. Every Academy Voices audiobook is Certified Human Voice: performed start to finish by a real narrator.
Where can I listen to The Call of the Wild?
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