Rudyard Kipling

Broschiertes Buch

Ortheris, Learoyd & Mulvaney

the Complete Soldiers Three

Beschreibung

Kipling¿s famous soldiers march again Rudyard Kipling's famous 'Soldiers Three' stories need little introduction here. The exciting, humorous, poignant and enchanting tales of his military threesome at large in peace and war, in love, in the guardhouse and intoxicated, are well known and well regarded by all. Here are the British in India of the Raj period, that the Soldier Sahibs in khaki knew, for us all to enjoy over and over again. Whether up to dodges, dealing with troublesome ghosts or sniping deserters, the Irishman, the Cockney and the Yorkshireman continue to entertain us all. Now the Soldiers Three stories have been brought together in one volume by Leonaur in softcover or hard cover with dust jacket for collectors.

Autor

Rudyard Kipling was born in 1865 in British India, where his early experiences shaped much of his later writing. Growing up in Bombay, he was influenced by the rich cultural backdrop of colonial India, which provided a vibrant foundation for his stories. After being sent to England for schooling, Kipling returned to India as a young adult, beginning his career in journalism and publishing his early works.In 1907, Kipling became the first English-language writer to win the Nobel Prize in Literature. His stories, such as The Jungle Book and Kim, established him as one of the most significant literary figures of his time. Kipling's exploration of British imperialism, coupled with his narrative brilliance, stirred both admiration and controversy. Despite debates over his political views, Kipling's legacy endures through his masterful storytelling and his role as a chronicler of the British Empire's complexities.Later in life, Kipling faced personal losses, including the death of his son in World War I. He continued writing, but the grief profoundly impacted his outlook. Kipling passed away in 1936, leaving behind a body of work that remains influential, and his ashes were interred at Poets' Corner in Westminster Abbey.

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Produktdetails

• Verlag: LEONAUR
• Seitenzahl: 184
• Erscheinungstermin: 31. Oktober 2008
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 216mm x 140mm x 10mm
• Gewicht: 240g
• ISBN-13: 9781846775338
• ISBN-10: 1846775337
• Artikelnr.: 25538763