An Exploration of Social Darwinism within Jack London’s “The Sea Wolf”
For this paper, use cited examples, as well as your own opinion, to explain how Wolf Larsen’s philosophy and actions demonstrate that he was a believer and follower (if not consciously, then at least subconsciously) of the above aspects of Social Darwinism. Examples must be used from the text to support your opinions within your essay. For your convenience, guiding questions and structure for this paper are provided below.
STRUCTURE:
Introduction and thesis
Description of Wolf Larsen:
• Physical description—provided by Hump
• Describe his mental abilities and education
• Describe his upbringing and parents
Illustration of Social Darwinism:
• Explain how Wolf’s treatment of his crew and Hump demonstrates his belief in the tenet of Social Darwinism that men “need competition in their lives” by answering the following questions in your essay:
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o How does Wolf deliberately set his crew members against each other?
o How does Wolf deliberately set himself against his crew members?
o How does Wolf set himself against Hump? How does he compete with him?
o Do the strongest survive? Why or why not?
• Explain/cite examples of how Wolf’s statements to Hump demonstrate his belief in the tenet of Social Darwinism that the “those who are poor are poor out of laziness, weakness, or inferiority.”
• Explain/cite the way in which Wolf demonstrates the third idea in the definition, that “males are superior to females.”
Conclusion:
• Ultimately, does Wolf Larsen “survive” even though he his phenomenally strong and driven to live? Why or why not?

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