The Sea-Wolf

Style and Technique

Jack London's "The Sea-Wolf" is written in the adventure novel genre with elements of philosophical drama. The author's style is characterized by realism and naturalism, evident in the detailed descriptions of sea life and the harsh conditions aboard the schooner. London uses rich and expressive language to convey the tension and drama of the events. Literary techniques include internal monologues that reveal the characters' psychological states and contrast, especially between the main characters — the intellectual Humphrey Van Weyden and the brutal Captain Wolf Larsen. The narrative structure is linear, with a sequential development of events, allowing the reader to follow the evolution of the characters and their relationships. London also employs symbolism, such as the sea as a symbol of chaos and life's unpredictability.