In the last part of the nineteenth century Jack London visited the Klondike in northwest Canada because he wanted to find gold. He didn?ft find any but he returned with a story that is now one of America ? fs greatest classics. This is the story of Buck, a wonderful, big dog. One day someone takes him from his home in sunny California to the very cold Klondike and he must work. Life is now very difficult and Buck must learn how to survive. Read about his adventures and how he adapts to his new life. Informational Sections : ?? The Klondike Gold Rush.