Just So Stories
Just So Stories by Rudyard Kipling is a collection of imaginative myths that reflect a profound appreciation for the natural world. Published by Penguin on September 21, 2011, this edition spans 368 pages and is presented in English. The stories within explore the origins of various animals and elements of nature, drawing inspiration from Kipling’s storytelling for his daughter. Each tale is enriched with illustrations by Kipling himself, featuring hidden jokes and symbols that enhance the reading experience.
Readers will discover a series of enchanting narratives that delve into creation myths and the relationships between humans and animals. The collection includes whimsical tales such as how the Camel got his hump and how the Leopard acquired his spots, all set against vibrant backdrops of distant lands and lush gardens. This edition of Just So Stories invites readers to engage with Kipling’s unique blend of folklore and fantasy, making it a notable addition to the realms of fiction, classics, and fairy tales.
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A relentlessly inventive collection of myths that betray a deep love and respect for the natural world
A Penguin Classic
The Camel gets his Hump, the Whale his Throat, and the Leopard his Spots in these bewitching stories that conjure up distant lands, the beautiful gardens of splendid palaces, and the jungle and its creatures. Inspired by Rudyard Kipling’s delight in human eccentricities and the animal world, and based on bedtime stories he told to his daughter, these strikingly imaginative fables explore the myths of creation, the nature of beasts, and the origins of language and writing. They are linked by poems and scattered with Kipling’s illustrations, which contain hidden jokes, symbols, and puzzles.
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