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The Scarlet Plague: Book Guide, Author and Facts

The Scarlet Plague by Jack London — plot, author, genre and where to read, in one evergreen guide.

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It is the year 2072, sixty years on from the scarlet plague that decimated the earth's population. As one of the few who knew life before the plague, James Howard Smith tries to impart what he knows to his grandsons while he still can. Jack London's visionary post-apocalyptic novel The Scarlet Plague was written in 1912.

Quick facts about The Scarlet Plague

  • Title: The Scarlet Plague
  • Author: Jack London
  • First published: 1910
  • Genre: fiction, american science fiction, plague
  • OpenLibrary ID: OL74485W

Where to read The Scarlet Plague

The Scarlet Plague by Jack London is widely available in print, ebook and audiobook editions from major retailers and libraries.

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Frequently asked questions

What is The Scarlet Plague about?

It is the year 2072, sixty years on from the scarlet plague that decimated the earth's population.

Who wrote The Scarlet Plague?

The Scarlet Plague was written by Jack London.

When was The Scarlet Plague published?

The Scarlet Plague was first published in 1910.

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