The Iron Heel

Set against the backdrop of a 1914 Socialist revolution in the United States, the narrative unfolds through the diary of a Berkeley Congressman’s wife, capturing the intrigue of the era. The discovery of her diary centuries later reveals pivotal historical insights that reshape the understanding of the past. Jack London enriches the text with footnotes to clarify historical references for future readers. This political adventure novel is essential for London enthusiasts and inspired the formation of the Jack London Democratic Socialist Club, as well as the novel "The Oakland Statement."