The Jungle Books
The Jungle Books by Rudyard Kipling, published by Oxford University Press on June 12, 2008, is a collection of classic stories that blend fantasy, myth, and magic. This edition spans 373 pages and presents a complex literary work that encapsulates Kipling’s philosophy of life. The collection is best known for the ‘Mowgli’ stories, which follow a baby abandoned in the jungle and raised by wolves, exploring themes of self-discovery and the nature of the ‘Law’.
Readers will find a rich tapestry of narratives that delve into the adventures of Mowgli and his interactions with various jungle inhabitants, including Kaa the python, Baloo the bear, and Bagheera the black panther. The stories serve not only as entertainment for children but also as a profound exploration of life’s complexities. This edition is part of the Oxford World’s Classics series, known for its commitment to providing accurate texts and valuable scholarly features, making it a noteworthy addition for those interested in literary criticism and classic juvenile fiction.
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The Jungle Books can be regarded as classic stories told by an adult to children. But they also constitute a complex literary work of art in which the whole of Kipling’s philosophy of life is expressed in miniature. They are best known for the `Mowgli’ stories; the tale of a baby abandoned and brought up by wolves, educated in the ways and secrets of the jungle by Kaa the python, Baloo the bear, and Bagheera the black panther. The stories, a mixture of fantasy, myth, and magic, are underpinned by Kipling’s abiding preoccupation with the theme of self-discovery, and the nature of the `Law’. ABOUT THE SERIES: For over 100 years Oxford World’s Classics has made available the widest range of literature from around the globe. Each affordable volume reflects Oxford’s commitment to scholarship, providing the most accurate text plus a wealth of other valuable features, including expert introductions by leading authorities, helpful notes to clarify the text, up-to-date bibliographies for further study, and much more.
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