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The narrative follows Darrell Standing, a college professor imprisoned for murder, as he endures brutal torture in San Quentin. To escape the pain inflicted by a device known as "the coat," he enters a trance-like state that allows him to explore his past lives and traverse interstellar realms. Through these experiences, he seeks profound truths about the universe and the nature of existence. London weaves themes of reincarnation and the resilience of the human spirit amid suffering, creating a unique blend of philosophical exploration and adventure.
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The Jacket (The Star-Rover), Jack London
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- Released
- 2022
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- Language
- English
- Authors
- Jack London
- Publisher
- DOUBLE 9 BOOKSLLP
- Released
- 2022
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 268
- ISBN13
- 9789356561014
- Series
- Tags
- Fiction, Nature, Adventure, Great Britain, London, Based on True Events, Prison, Cruelty, Terror, Torture, Reincarnation, Past Lives, Short Story Novels
- First published
- 1915
- Original title
- The Star Rover
- Rating
- 4.45 out of 5
- Description
- The narrative follows Darrell Standing, a college professor imprisoned for murder, as he endures brutal torture in San Quentin. To escape the pain inflicted by a device known as "the coat," he enters a trance-like state that allows him to explore his past lives and traverse interstellar realms. Through these experiences, he seeks profound truths about the universe and the nature of existence. London weaves themes of reincarnation and the resilience of the human spirit amid suffering, creating a unique blend of philosophical exploration and adventure.