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White Fang, a wild mongrel, confronts the cruelty of both the natural world and human society. After surviving a brutal Arctic winter, he is forced into a life of harsh training and vicious dogfights. Through perseverance and an unexpected act of kindness, he learns to trust and ultimately finds both love and a more humane existence.
This foundational children's story, set against the backdrop of Canada's wilderness, explores themes of survival, resilience, and the power of compassion.
First publish date: 2006
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Adventure
Authors: Kathleen Olmstead
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