The Writings In Prose And Verse

The Writings In Prose And Verse

RUDYARD KIPLING / Charles Wolcott Balestier / John Lockwood Kipling

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Editorial:
Nabu Press
Año de edición:
2012
Materia
Antologías (no poéticas)
ISBN:
9781286684368
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'The Day’s Work' is a collection of short stories and verse by Rudyard Kipling, showcasing his talent for vivid storytelling and his insightful observations of human nature within the context of the British Empire and beyond. This volume gathers tales set in India, England, and America, offering a diverse range of characters and scenarios. From engineers and soldiers to artists and adventurers, Kipling’s protagonists grapple with challenges both ordinary and extraordinary.Kipling’s prose combines realism with a sense of romanticism. 'The Day’s Work' reflects Kipling’s deep understanding of the social and political dynamics of his time. This collection remains a compelling read, offering both entertainment and a glimpse into a bygone era.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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