The Road, written by Jack London, is an autobiographical memoir about his life as a hobo during the 1890's. The book also details London's arrest for vagrancy and his experiences after joining Kelly's Army. Jack London was one of the greatest American writers of the early 20th century. London's most famous novels were Call of the Wild and White Fang, both of which were set during the Klondike Gold Rush. Despite only living 40 years, London was a very prolific writer and his books are still widely read throughout the world.