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Jack London.

Today we are finishing our inquiry of London's chilling narrative. 

Agenda:

1. Pater Noster
2. Finish "To Build a Fire" by London
3. Reading Journal (2/6): London's "To Build a Fire" 
1. Contrast the dog and the man in the story: What motivates the behavior of the dog vs. the man? How do the man and the dog differ in their approach to the cold?
2. Cite 3 quotes that show London's Naturalistic philosophy. Check the Lit Book's definition in the "Elements of Naturalism" (p. 393).
3. Based on the questions above, what moral conclusion do you think London wants us to draw from this story?
4. Review HW:
1. Be perfect.

"The trouble with him was that he was without imagination."

Today we will read well written story. But it is not a story that is without argument. It contains what is perhaps the most clear and persuasive defense of the philosophy of Naturalism.
 
Agenda:

1. Pater noster
2. Intro to Jack London: read his bio in the Lit Book (p. 479)
3. Read "To Build a Fire" by Jack London (p. 481 in Lit Book)
4. Review HW:
1. Be perfect.