Thenceforth, in the nature of things, he would possess an a… - Jack London

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Thenceforth, in the nature of things, he would possess an abiding distrust of appearances. He would have to learn the reality of a thing before he could put his faith into it.

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John Griffith "Jack" London (born John Griffith Chaney, January 12, 1876 – November 22, 1916) was an American novelist, journalist, and social activist.

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Birth Name: John Griffith Chaney

Alternative Names: John Griffith "Jack" London • John Griffith Chaney London • John Griffith "Jack London" Chaney

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