Brown Wolf and Other Jack London Stories
A Piece of Steak
why isn't tom prepared to fight
why isn't tom prepared to fight
Tom is a boxer, and he is unprepared for his next match because he is underweight and too poor to buy food. As a result, he cannot train properly. It is also important to note that Tom is a bit old to continue earning a living as a boxer. He is in his forties... past his prime.
A Piece of Steak