The Jungle Book
The Jungle Book by Rudyard Kipling, published by Canterbury Classics in November 2014, is a reprint edition featuring 320 pages in English. This collection of allegorical stories, originally penned in 1894, unfolds in the depths of the Indian jungle, where readers encounter a young feral boy named Mowgli, raised by wolves and befriended by various jungle animals. The narrative explores themes of survival and belonging through Mowgli’s adventures and interactions with creatures like a panther and a mongoose.
Readers will find a rich tapestry of tales that include not only Mowgli’s journey but also the well-known story of “Rikki-Tikki-Tavi,” which highlights the bravery of a mongoose defending his human family from cobras. The book delves into the dynamics of animal life and the lessons learned from nature, making it a significant piece of juvenile fiction. With its historical context and elements of legends and fables, this edition serves as an engaging resource for those interested in classic literature and animal stories.
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“For the strength of the Pack is the Wolf, and the strength of the Wolf is the Pack,” —Rudyard Kipling, The Jungle Book
Penned by English Nobel laureate Rudyard Kipling in 1894, The Jungle Book is a collection of allegorical stories that take place deep in the Indian jungle. The most famous stories of The Jungle Book are those featuring a young feral boy named Mowgli who was raised by wolves, is friends with a panther, and was educated by the animals of the jungle. Also popular in this collection is “Rikki-Tikki-Tavi,” about a mongoose who protects his human family against cobras.A treasure trove of children’s literature, The Jungle Book from Word Cloud Classics is a chic and affordable addition to any library.
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