Hearts of Three

Historical Context and Significance

«Hearts of Three» is an adventure novel by Jack London, written in 1919. The book was created in collaboration with Charles Goddard and serves as a screenplay for a film serial. The novel tells the story of the adventures of two heroes, Francis Morgan and Henry Morgan, who set out in search of treasure. The historical significance of the book lies in its reflection of the early 20th-century spirit, when adventure novels and film serials were immensely popular. Its influence on culture is evident in how «Hearts of Three» inspired many subsequent works in the adventure and treasure-hunting genre, as well as contributed to the popularization of adventure literature and cinema. The book also showcases London's skill in crafting captivating plots and vivid characters, making him one of the most renowned and widely read authors of his time.