Complete Short Stories of Rudyard Kipling: 25 Illustrated Collections (eBook)

Rudyard Kipling (Autor)

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2023
1010 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654774404-7 (EAN)

Infos

"Complete Short Stories of Rudyard Kipling: 25 Illustrated Collections" is a masterful anthology that encapsulates Kipling's unparalleled storytelling prowess and vivid imagination. His distinct narrative style, characterized by rich detail and a colloquial tone, draws the reader into a wide array of themes ranging from colonial experiences and cultural encounters to intricate portraits of life in the British Empire. The inclusion of illustrations enhances the text, providing a visual complement to the enchanting worlds Kipling creates, making it an engaging experience for both the visual and literary senses. Rudyard Kipling, renowned for his significant contributions to English literature, was born in India—a backdrop that deeply influenced his works. Growing up amid the complexities of British colonialism, he developed a keen understanding of diverse cultures and human experiences, which resonates throughout his short stories. His ability to navigate between various perspectives reflects not only his literary versatility but also his intrinsic empathy towards different peoples and their stories. This collection is a must-read for scholars and casual readers alike, offering a comprehensive glimpse into Kipling's artistic evolution and thematic preoccupations. It serves as both an educational resource and an immersive literary journey, making it a valuable addition to the library of anyone interested in the nuances of colonial literature and the art of short storytelling.

Autor

Rudyard Kipling (1865-1936), born in Bombay, British India, was a prolific English writer and poet, known for his deep understanding of the British Imperial experience. He is celebrated for his tales and poems of British soldiers in India and his tales for children. Kipling was the youngest and the first English-language writer to receive the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1907. His literary style is characterized by his expansive use of language, his use of dialect, and his engagement with themes of adventure, patriotism, and the complexities of colonialism and empire. Kipling's 'Complete Short Stories' is a testament to his mastery of the short story form, compiling 25 illustrated collections that showcase his storytelling prowess and the variety of his subjects. Among his most renowned works are 'The Jungle Book' (1894), 'Kim' (1901), and the poems 'If—' (1895) and 'The White Man's Burden' (1899). His short stories, often framed in a larger, interconnected narrative, range from the fantastical to the historical, revealing both his diverse interests and his ability to capture the spirit of an age rife with change and conflict. His work remains influential, revered for its innovation and its critiques of imperialism and British identity.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 6.12.2023
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Anthologien
• Themenwelt: Literatur ► Klassiker / Moderne Klassiker
• Schlagworte: 19th century short stories • Adventure fiction collections • British colonial adventure • British Empire • British literature anthologies • Charles Dickens • classic short story collection • colonial India • Colonial India literature • Cultural Conflicts • English literature • Ernest Hemingway • Ethnic identity exploration • fables and morality • Franz Kafka • Ghost Stories • H. G. Wells • historical fiction anthology • historical narratives • Historical short story anthologies • illustrated children's stories • Illustrated literary works • imperialism • Imperialism in English writing • Indian cultural narrative • James Joyce • Jorge Luis Borges • Joseph Conrad • Kipling's narrative techniques • Mark Twain • military tales • Nobel Laureate • Nobel Prize in Literature authors • Oscar Wilde • Robert Louis Stevenson • Rudyard Kipling classics • Short story master • Supernatural tales collection • victorian era fiction • Victorian literary style