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These are selections of Kipling's writings; some poems, some fiction, some history but all by the master storyteller himself. Rikki-Tikki-Tavi' -- William the Conqueror, Part I -- William the Conqueror, Part II -- Wee Willie Winkie -- A matter of fact -- Mowgli's brothers -- The lost legion -- Namgay Doola -- A germ-destroyer -- 'Tiger! Tiger!' -- Tods' amendment -- The story of Muhammad Din -- The finances of the gods -- Moti Guj, Mutineer. - Summary by Phil chenevert

A story of a boy who raised by Indian wolves becomes lord of the jungle. (Summary by Jessie Yun)

In the Jungle Books, Kipling tells 9 wonderful and exciting tales about Mowgli, the human baby raised by a pack of wolves in the jungles of India. His exploits and adventures are many and varied especially his dealing with the other animals such as his wolf mother and father and brother wolves, Baloo the wise bear who teaches him the Law of the Jungle, and in his life long battle with Shere-Kahn, the lame human killing tiger. I have enjoyed these stories so much that I decided to take all 9 of them that are scattered throughout the first and second Jungle Books, as well as a few of his songs, ...

The Just So Stories generally have the theme of a particular animal being altered from an original form to its current form by the acts of human kind or some magical being. Whale has a tiny throat because he swallowed a mariner, who tied a raft inside to block the whale from swallowing other men. The Camel has a hump given to him by a djinn as punishment for the camel's refusing to work (the hump allows the camel to work longer between times of eating). And so on throughout the book. A fun collection of stories with something for everyone Summary by Michele Eaton Editor Michele Eaton How the ...

This is the classic story of Mowgli, the young boy raised by wolves in India: his escapades and adventures with his dear friends Bagheera the panther and Baloo the bear, his capture by the Monkey-People, his attempt at reintegration into human society, and his ultimate triumph over his avowed enemy the tiger Shere Khan. Included in the book is the story of the brave white seal, Kotick, and the tenacious young mongoose, Rikki-Tikki-Tavi who battled through the night to protect his human family from a pair of sly and viscous cobras. Packed with adventure and Jungle Law wisdom, this book has ...

This classic children's book by Rudyard Kipling tells the story of Mowgli, a young boy raised by wolves: his escapades and adventures with his dear friends Bagheera the panther and Baloo the bear, his capture by the Monkey-People, his attempt at reintegration into human society, and his ultimate triumph over the lame tiger Shere Khan. The account of Mowgli's adventures is followed by several short stories, including the tales of the brave white seal, Kotick, and the tenacious mongoose, Rikki-Tikki-Tavi. Packed with adventure and Jungle Law wisdom, this book has pervaded popular culture as the ...

A moment of pride… and a lesson that echoes far beyond it. In The Butterfly that Stamped, Rudyard Kipling weaves a vivid and imaginative tale set in a richly detailed world of royalty, power, and consequence. When a seemingly small act—driven by vanity and impatience—sets off a chain of...

In a tale as intriguing today as it was in its time, this story explores the curious case of Huckley, an English village that found itself voting on the flatness of the Earth. But how did this bizarre scenario come to be? The narrative unfolds around Sir Thomas Ingell, the local squire, who inadvertently becomes the centerpiece of an international mockery after luring two newspaper owners, a reporter, and an MP into a speeding incident. With the cunning assistance of Bat Masquerier, a music hall owner embodying The Totally Amoral Soul and Personal Devil, the village is thrust into the ...

When Tegumai breaks his spear beside the river, his clever daughter Taffy decides to send a message home. Unable to write words, she draws pictures instead—simple marks meant to explain, but easily misunderstood. What follows is a cascade of confusion, comedy, and discovery, as pictures begin their long journey toward becoming letters.

On the banks of the turbid Amazon, long before animals were quite what they are today, a prickly Hedgehog, a solid Tortoise, and a very puzzled Painted Jaguar collide in a battle of wits rather than claws. What begins as a night of confusion and clever wordplay becomes a tale of adaptation, cooperation, and surprise—one that explains how two unlikely creatures became something entirely new.

Rudyard Kipling, often hailed as a prophet of British imperialism by a young George Orwell, was born in Bombay, India, and possessed an unparalleled insight into the British Raj. Critic Douglas Kerr notes that Kipling remains a figure of passionate debate, with his literary and cultural significance still evolving. As the era of European empires fades, Kiplings remarkable narrative skills and his unique perspective on the imperial experience are increasingly acknowledged. This complexity and brilliance are vividly brought to life in THE PLAIN TALES FROM THE HILLS. -- MH (Introduction by Mike ...

Rudyard Kipling, one of the most celebrated writers of the late 19th and early 20th centuries in the United Kingdom, captivated audiences with his prose and poetry. In 1907, at the age of 42, he made history by becoming the youngest recipient of the Nobel Prize in Literature, as well as the first English-language writer to be honored with the prestigious award. Despite being considered for the British Poet Laureateship and several knighthood offers, Kipling graciously declined them all. - Summary by Wikipedia

In the High and Far-Off Times, before elephants had trunks, there lived an Elephant’s Child who was full of satiable curtiosity. He asked questions about everything—questions that earned him more than his share of spankings, but never dulled his desire to know more about the world.

Narrated by Jamie Rodriguez, this timeless tale invites listeners of all ages into a sun-dappled world where patterns are discovered, not inherited—and where survival depends on understanding the land you walk upon.

Dive into the captivating tale of a boy raised by Indian wolves who rises to become the true lord of the jungle. Join him on his extraordinary journey filled with adventure, discovery, and the bonds of nature. (Summary by Jessie Yun)

In The Jungle Books, Rudyard Kipling weaves together nine captivating tales of Mowgli, the human child raised by a pack of wolves in the heart of India. Join Mowgli on his thrilling adventures as he navigates the challenges of jungle life, from his loving wolf family to the wise bear Baloo, who imparts the essential Law of the Jungle. Experience the suspense of his lifelong struggle with Shere-Kahn, the fearsome tiger. Ive taken the liberty of arranging these enchanting stories, along with a selection of Kiplings songs, in chronological order—from Mowglis early days in the wolf den (Mowglis ...

Dive into the enchanting world of Just So Stories, first published in 1902, where you’ll discover whimsical tales that explain the origins of various natural wonders. Originally illustrated with charming woodcuts by Rudyard Kipling himself, these stories captivate both young and old alike. As you read along at mainlesson.com, you’ll find each narrative accompanied by a delightful ballad-style poem. Written for Kiplings beloved daughter Josephine, who tragically passed away in 1899, these tales often address the listener as Best Beloved. With their comically elevated language, inspired by ...

Dive into a world of whimsy with these enchanting short stories that provide playful answers to a dozen of childhoods most curious why and how questions. Filled with a delightful mix of nonsense words and a rhythmic storytelling style, these tales are perfect for reading aloud, sparking imagination and joy in listeners of all ages. (summary by rachelellen)

On a lonely island near the Red Sea, a meticulous Parsee bakes a magnificent cake, only to have it stolen and devoured by a rude, button-skinned rhinoceros with no manners to speak of. Weeks later, when the heat drives everyone to the water, the Parsee takes his quiet revenge—filling the rhinoceros’s discarded skin with crumbs that itch, tickle, and torment. What follows is a rolling, scratching, temper-spoiling transformation that explains, once and for all, why rhinoceroses wear their skin in great folds and carry such famously sour dispositions.

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