Lost Face is a collection of short stories by Jack London, first published in the late 19th century. The title story, Lost Face, follows Subienkow, a Polish revolutionary captured by indigenous tribes in Russian America. Awaiting brutal torture, he reflects on his life and the savage world that surrounds him. The story begins with Subienkow tied up, watching a giant Cossack, Big Ivan, being tortured before him. Subienkow shudders at the thought of his own impending fate, contrasting his sensitive nature and artistic soul with the harsh realities of his life and the brutal destinies of those around him.
In his desperate situation, Subienkow devises a clever plan to save himself by claiming knowledge of a "magical medicine" that can render him immune to harm. Using this cunning ruse, he attempts to negotiate for his survival with his captors. The story’s tense narrative explores Subienkow's precarious position, the moral dilemmas he faces, and the extreme choices one must make to survive in a savage world. The gripping tale captivates readers by delving into the vulnerabilities of human nature and the harshness of survival.

LOST FACE
TRUST
TO BUILD A FIRE
THAT SPOT
FLUSH OF GOLD
THE PASSING OF MARCUS O’BRIEN
THE WIT OF PORPORTUK