When Buck is sold to Francois and Perrault, there is hope that Buck may finally go to a loving home. ... He speedily learned that Perrault and Francois were fair men, calm and impartial in administering justice, and too wise in the way of dogs to be fooled by dogs" (London, 7). Buck's time with Francois and Perrault wasn't based on his relationship with his new owners but on the relationship with his companions. ... The animalistic behavior displayed by Francois and Perrault, such as dogs being slashed seemed to amuse Spitz and was a factor in the animosity between him and Buck...

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• Grade Level: High School