The Foolish Traveler
Jack London was one of the few American writers during the early 1900's who embraced Naturalism rather than Realism in writings. London, an author who found inspiration in nature, wrote many stories and novels that involve a person's fight for life against the underestimated and brutal power of nature. "To Build a Fire" is a short story that describes a man's struggle with nature throughout his journey along the Yukon River. He is traveling in the snow to meet "the boys" at Henderson Creek in the bitter winter weather. The main character, whose name is never mentioned, had an attitude that prevented him from noticing internal and external warnings. He did not respect nature's power, and therefore paid with his life.
His attitude was arrogant and careless. The man had no imagination and only understood facts. He knew it was very cold and his body was numb, but he failed to realize the danger. A newcomer with no experience, he thought he was invincible.......

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Title: The Foolish Travler
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