Jack London Autographs
Jack London, born on January 12, 1876, in San Francisco, California, emerged as one of America's most prolific and celebrated writers in the early 20th century. A product of the working-class environment, he faced numerous challenges from a young age, including poverty and the loss of his father. Despite these hardships, London developed a fierce work ethic and an insatiable curiosity, which propelled him into various jobs, including as an oyster pirate, a sailor, and a gold prospector in the Klondike during the Yukon Gold Rush. These varied experiences would later serve as rich sources of inspiration for his fiction, encapsulating the spirit of adventure and struggle that characterizes much of his work.
London's literary career blossomed in the early 1900s, marked by the publication of his seminal novels, including "The Call of the Wild" (1903) and "White Fang" (1906). These works not only captured the rugged beauty of the wilderness but also delved into the themes of survival, nature, and the human condition. His narrative style, characterized by vivid descriptions and a straightforward, unembellished prose, resonated with readers and contributed to his rapid rise to fame. London was not only a storyteller; his writings often reflected his deep social consciousness, illustrating his commitment to and critique of social inequality and capitalism, themes that are evident in works like "The Iron Heel" (1908).
Beyond his literary accolades, Jack London was also an outspoken advocate for socialism and a passionate observer of the political dynamics of his time. His essays and public speeches highlighted his belief in social justice and workers' rights, and he frequently engaged in the political discourse of the era. London traveled extensively, both to do research for his writing and to gather firsthand experiences of labor conditions around the world. His adventurous spirit, coupled with his activism, left a lasting impact on American literature and social thought. Jack London passed away on November 22, 1916, but his legacy endures through his impactful narratives and the enduring themes he explored, continuing to inspire readers and writers to this day.
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Traded items with a signature of Jack London
The most expensive item with a signature of Jack London (Autograph Jack London PSA/DNA Check Signed DS 5) was sold in July 2015 for $3,999.99 while the cheapest item (Star Trek TNG Portfolio Series 2 Michael Aron as Jack London Autograph Card) found a new owner for $0.99 in March 2021. The month with the most items sold (10) was December 2014 with an average selling price of $125.75 for an autographed item of Jack London. Sold items reached their highest average selling price in July 2015 with $3,999.99 and the month that saw the lowest prices with $0.99 was April 2021. In average, an autographed item from Jack London is worth $115.83.
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Picture | Item Title | Price | Store |
![]() | Jack London Signed Check January 5, 1907 | $165.00 | ![]() |
![]() | Jack London Signed Check January 5, 1907 | $165.00 | ![]() |
![]() | Jack London Signed Check January 5, 1907 | $165.00 | ![]() |
![]() | Michael Aron as Jack London STAR TREK TNG Portfolio Prints Autograph Card Auto | $5.99 | ![]() |
![]() | Michael Aron as Jack London STAR TREK TNG Portfolio Prints Autograph Card Auto | $5.99 | ![]() |
![]() | Michael Aron as Jack London STAR TREK TNG Portfolio Prints Autograph Card Auto | $5.99 | ![]() |
![]() | MICHAEL ARON JACK LONDON AUTOGRAPH CARD STAR TREK TNG PORTFOLIO PRINTS SERIES 2 | $19.99 | ![]() |
![]() | MICHAEL ARON JACK LONDON AUTOGRAPH CARD STAR TREK TNG PORTFOLIO PRINTS SERIES 2 | $19.99 | ![]() |
![]() | MICHAEL ARON JACK LONDON AUTOGRAPH CARD STAR TREK TNG PORTFOLIO PRINTS SERIES 2 | $19.99 | ![]() |
![]() | RARE Jack London Signed Photo PSA DNA Autograph Auto + Wife Charmian Author | $2,995.00 | ![]() |
![]() | RARE Jack London Signed Photo PSA DNA Autograph Auto + Wife Charmian Author | $2,995.00 | ![]() |
![]() | RARE Jack London Signed Photo PSA DNA Autograph Auto + Wife Charmian Author | $2,995.00 | ![]() |
![]() | Star Trek TNG Signed Trading Card Michael Aron as Jack London | $4.40 | ![]() |
![]() | Star Trek TNG Signed Trading Card Michael Aron as Jack London | $4.40 | ![]() |
![]() | Star Trek TNG Signed Trading Card Michael Aron as Jack London | $4.40 | ![]() |
Latest News about Jack London
Major housing development proposed for Jack London Square (03/12/2015): A developer has an option to purchase more than a full square block near Oakland's waterfront where it is planning a mid-rise housing complex with more than 300 units Town Crier: Public market seeks move into Jack London Square (03/11/2015): Oakland is the new Napa. Well, not exactly, but both towns draw foodies and wine aficionados. And soon, both towns will have a high-profile public market. At long last, a public market coming to Jack London Square? (03/03/2015): Will San Francisco Ferry Building Marketplace and Napa Valley’s Oxbow Public Market developer Steve Carlin prove to be a marketplace savior for Oakland’s Jack London Square? High-end plans for market at Jack London Square (03/03/2015): Will San Francisco Ferry Building Marketplace and Napa Valley s Oxbow Public Market developer Steve Carlin prove to be a marketplace savior for Oakland s Jack London Square? Oxbow and Ferry Building developer signs lease at Oakland's Jack London Square (03/03/2015): Will San Francisco Ferry Building Marketplace and Oxbow developer Steve Carlin prove to be a marketplace savior for Oakland’s Jack London Square?
Older News Stories about Jack London
Major housing development proposed for Jack London Square (03/2015): A developer has an option to purchase more than a full square block near Oakland's waterfront where it is planning a mid-rise housing complex with more than 300 units Oakland: Ferry ridership at Jack London Square up nearly 50 percent in 2 years (02/2015): Ferry ridership to and from Oakland's Jack London Square has increased nearly 50 percent during the past two years, Port of Oakland officials said Wednesday.