Smoke Bellew by Jack London, Fiction, Action & Adventure

The story follows Christopher Bellew, a seemingly successful writer for a San Francisco paper, who is unfulfilled despite his daily work. When the Klondike gold rush ignites his ambition, he embarks on an adventurous journey through treacherous mountain passes and turbulent rapids. This quest not only offers him a chance to escape his monotonous life but also transforms him into a new person, forever altering his identity and outlook on life.