Chapter 1: The Wilderness
The tale begins in the harsh, frozen wilderness of the Yukon, where two men, Henry and Bill, are struggling to survive a perilous journey. They find themselves being stalked by a pack of wolves. Sadly, Bill is killed by the wolves, but just as Henry is about to meet the same fate, he is rescued by a group of travelers.
Chapter 2: The Birth of White Fang
In this chapter, the focus shifts to the wolf pack, particularly a she-wolf named K'iche and her mate, One Eye. K'iche gives birth to a litter of cubs, but only one survives—a grey cub who will later be known as White Fang. The young cub learns how to survive in the wild, guided by his mother’s instincts and teachings.
Chapter 3: First Encounters with Man
White Fang’s first experience with humans occurs when his mother, K'iche, is captured by a Native American named Grey Beaver. White Fang initially resists the humans, but he soon learns to obey. He comes to understand the power that humans wield and becomes loyal to Grey Beaver, who is now his master.
Chapter 4: Life in the Native Camp
White Fang grows up in the camp, where he is often bullied by the other dogs. His fierce and solitary nature begins to develop as he constantly defends himself. Over time, he becomes known for his strength and ferocity, understanding that survival in this harsh environment demands both aggression and vigilance.
Chapter 5: The Cruelty of Beauty Smith
In need of money, Grey Beaver eventually sells White Fang to a man named Beauty Smith, who is cruel and abusive. Beauty trains White Fang for dog fighting, forcing him to become more violent and savage. White Fang becomes a feared and almost unbeatable fighter, but his life under Beauty Smith’s cruelty is one of great suffering.
Chapter 6: Weedon Scott’s Rescue
White Fang’s fortune changes when a man named Weedon Scott rescues him from Beauty Smith’s brutality. At first, White Fang is suspicious of Scott, having only known cruelty at the hands of humans. However, Scott treats White Fang with kindness and patience, slowly earning the wolf-dog’s trust and loyalty.
Chapter 7: Learning to Trust
White Fang begins to adjust to his new life with Weedon Scott. For the first time in his life, he experiences kindness and care. Slowly, his wild instincts begin to fade, and he starts to show loyalty and affection towards Scott. This chapter marks a key turning point in White Fang’s transformation from a wild creature to a more domesticated animal.
Chapter 8: The Bond with Weedon Scott
The bond between White Fang and Weedon Scott grows stronger. White Fang becomes fiercely protective of Scott, even saving his life when a criminal attempts to harm him. The relationship between White Fang and his new master is based on mutual respect, trust, and loyalty.
Chapter 9: White Fang’s New Life in California
Weedon Scott decides to take White Fang with him to California, where the wild wolf-dog faces new challenges in a more domestic setting. Although the transition to this peaceful life is difficult at first, White Fang learns to adapt and even forms bonds with Scott’s family and other animals on the farm.
Chapter 10: The Heroic Dog
In the final chapter, White Fang becomes a hero when he saves Weedon Scott’s father from a dangerous criminal. Though he is injured during the confrontation, he recovers and becomes a beloved member of the family. White Fang’s journey from wild beast to faithful companion is complete, and he spends the rest of his life in peace and happiness.
