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Martin Eden

Martin Eden

Von: Jack London
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Martin Eden (1909) is a powerful novel by American author Jack London that delves into the life of a struggling young writer yearning for success. Originally serialized in the Pacific Monthly magazine from September 1908 to September 1909, it was later published as a book by The Macmillan Company in September 1909. This story resonates with many writers, particularly in its poignant reflection on the submission process, where Martin wonders if his manuscripts are treated by mere machines rather than human hands, often returning with rejection slips. While some readers see parallels between London and his protagonist, a key distinction lies in Martins rejection of socialism, which he critiques as slave morality, opting instead for a Nietzschean individualism. In a candid note to Upton Sinclair, London expressed that one of his aims in crafting this narrative was to challenge individualism, a theme that seems to have eluded many reviewers.Copyright Fiction Classics Kunst Sozialwissenschaften Wissenschaft
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