Rudyard Kipling
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: Charles Carrington
Binding: Hardback
Published: Macmillan and Co Ltd, 1955
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Yellowed, price clipped
Markings: No markings
This authoritative biography, Rudyard Kipling, chronicles the complex life and enduring literary legacy of one of Britain's most celebrated authors. Charles Carrington meticulously uncovers Kipling's formative years in India, his rise to international fame, and the controversies that often surrounded his work. The narrative presents a nuanced portrait of the Nobel laureate, detailing his contributions to children's literature, poetry, and short stories. It further illustrates the profound impact of the British Empire on Kipling's worldview and artistic output, offering critical insights into his most iconic creations. Carrington's scholarly work provides an essential understanding of the man behind such classics as The Jungle Book and Kim.
Author: Charles Carrington
Binding: Hardback
Published: Macmillan and Co Ltd, 1955
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Very good
Pages: Yellowed, price clipped
Markings: No markings
This authoritative biography, Rudyard Kipling, chronicles the complex life and enduring literary legacy of one of Britain's most celebrated authors. Charles Carrington meticulously uncovers Kipling's formative years in India, his rise to international fame, and the controversies that often surrounded his work. The narrative presents a nuanced portrait of the Nobel laureate, detailing his contributions to children's literature, poetry, and short stories. It further illustrates the profound impact of the British Empire on Kipling's worldview and artistic output, offering critical insights into his most iconic creations. Carrington's scholarly work provides an essential understanding of the man behind such classics as The Jungle Book and Kim.