Call of the Wild
Why was there a sudden demand for heavy, furry dogs?
Chapter 1
Chapter 1
They need them for the gold rush in the north.
Trouble is brewing in California. Gold has been discovered in the Arctic, and everyone is rushing to the Northland, looking to cash in on the find. Men are looking for big dogs strong enough to toil endlessly and withstand the bitter cold.
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