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The Call of the Wild, Chapter 6 summary

Chapter 6 of 7 · 19 min to read the chapter

In Chapter 6, Buck recovers under John Thornton’s care and forms a deep attachment that draws him back whenever the forest calls. He defends Thornton against an attacker, saves him from rapids, and wins a wager by pulling a thousand-pound sled, giving the partners money for their planned expedition.

What happens

  1. Buck heals with help from Thornton, Skeet, and Nig, developing an intense love for the man who saves him.
  2. The forest draws Buck away from camp, but his attachment to Thornton keeps bringing him back.
  3. Buck nearly jumps off a cliff at Thornton’s command and attacks Burton when Burton strikes Thornton.
  4. With Hans and Pete handling a rope, Buck rescues Thornton from rapids and suffers three broken ribs.
  5. In Dawson, Thornton borrows money to back his claim that Buck can pull a thousand-pound load.
  6. Buck frees the frozen sled and pulls it a hundred yards, winning the wager; Thornton refuses an offer to buy him.

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In this chapter

BuckJohn ThorntonTheme: Cruelty and compassion

What to notice

Thornton appeals to their bond at the decisive moment of the wager. Buck answers through his familiar affectionate bite before attempting the pull.

Quick check

What must Buck do to win the sled wager?

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