Question

Why does London never tell us the name of the man or the dog? (Hint: Consider the theme and conflicts).

Answer 1

It was in the clove of seasons, summer was dead but autumn had not yet been born, that the ibis lit in the bleeding tree.


What does “clove of seasons” mean in this context?

Answer 2

A.
The “clove of seasons” is the faithfulness of seasons; in this case, Brother loves the summer and is sad because fall is coming.
B.
The “clove of seasons” is the adherence of seasons; in this case, it is the fall.
C.
The “clove of seasons” is the segment of seasons; in this case, it is the summer.
D.
The “clove of seasons” is the split the of seasons; in this case, it is the transition between summer and fall.