<p>Jack London (1876 - 1916) was an American novelist, journalist and social activist. Pioneering the genre of magazine fiction and prototyping science fiction, he became one of the first writers, who gained worldwide fame and a large fortune. The plot of "The Little Lady of the Big House" revolves around a love triangle that includes rich Californian landowner Dick Forrest, his wife Paola, and their friend Evan Graham. Full of intricacies and love intrigues, the novel is devoted to the relationship of strong-for-life personalities and shows the power and depth of feelings that can generate love in the hearts of such people.</p>