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The Jungle Book, one of the most famous children's books today, buoyed by multiple Disney film adaptations, is now available in an unabridged paperback edition including Rudyard Kipling's fantastical short story collection Just So Stories. This Children's Signature Classics edition will include both The Jungle Book and Just So Stories, a that whimsically explores animals' origins, like how the zebra got its stripes. The Jungle Book's story of survival, belonging, and growing up is perfect for young readers' libraries.

This book is a collection of short stories by the renowned author Rudyard Kipling. The stories are set in colonial India and explore the tensions between British colonizers and Indian natives. Kipling's vivid descriptions and engrossing plots have made this book a classic of English literature.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 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.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.

"Kim" is a novel written by the British author Rudyard Kipling. First published in 1901, it's a classic work of British literature and is known for its exploration of British colonialism and the cultural landscape of India during the late 19th century.The story is set in British-occupied India and follows the adventures of the young orphaned protagonist, Kim, who becomes a part of the "Great Game," a term used to describe the espionage and rivalry between the British and Russian Empires in Central Asia. Kim's upbringing as an Indian and his education in a British school give him a unique perspective that allows him to navigate the complex and sometimes dangerous world of colonial India.Kipling's novel delves into themes of identity, cultural hybridity, and the clash between East and West. It also explores the concept of the "double agent" as Kim finds himself in a position where his loyalties are tested and his role in the Great Game becomes pivotal."Kim" is a rich and complex narrative that blends adventure, espionage, and a deep sense of place. It reflects Kipling's deep affection for India and his critical examination of the British Empire's presence in the region.Keywords: Rudyard Kipling, "Kim," British colonialism, India, the Great Game, espionage, cultural identity, East-West clash, double agent.

Kim (1901) by Rudyard Kipling, set in India under the British empire, is Kipling's final and most famous novel. It chronicles the adventures of an Irish orphan named Kim. Kim, a dynamic and spirited person, although Irish, grows up as an indigenous boy. He manages to seamlessly mingle into the many ethnic and religious groups of the Indian subcontinent. He lives independently in the streets and is taken care of by a woman who is a keeper of an opium den. He eventually becomes a follower of a Tibetan monk while learning espionage from the British secret service. The adventures that Kim experiences as a spy, as a follower of the lama, and the effectiveness of Kipling's craftsmanship, make this novel an interesting read.

Perfect for newly confident readers.Classic Stories retold in a fresh, easy, modern styleCreated by the writer of The Jungle BookThe Leopard is happy to be sandy-yellow and greyish-brown all over.But when he goes to the speckly-spickly forest, he begins to wonder if spots would be better...There are eight Just So Stories, re-told by Shoo Rayner, that are perfect for newly confident or reluctant readers. The language is chosen to make it easy to read alone while engaging the reader with high interest story content.Clear text and fun illustrations on every page make these books the perfect choice for beginners, newly confident and reluctant readers. Best selling children's author, Shoo Rayner, has written over two hundred children's books, including many beginner reader series like this, and has illustrated over 100 books for other authors inluding Michel Rosen and Sir Michael Morpurgo.