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This engaging summary presents an analysis of Just So Stories by Rudyard Kipling, a collection of stories which describe how the animals of the world came to acquire their distinctive characteristics. The collection includes the stories of how the camel got its hump, how humans developed the alphabet, how the leopard developed its spots, and much, much more. Like The Jungle Book, another collection of stories by Kipling, the Just So Stories are among the most popular works of children’s fiction ever written, and have captivated generations of young readers.
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This engaging summary presents an analysis of Just So Stories by Rudyard Kipling, a collection of stories which describe how the animals of the world came to acquire their distinctive characteristics. The collection includes the stories of how the camel got its hump, how humans developed the alphabet, how the leopard developed its spots, and much, much more. Like The Jungle Book, another collection of stories by Kipling, the Just So Stories are among the most popular works of children’s fiction ever written, and have captivated generations of young readers.
Find out everything you need to know about Just So Stories in a fraction of the time!
This in-depth and informative reading guide brings you:
• A complete plot summary
• Character studies
• Key themes and symbols
• Questions for further reflection
Why choose BrightSummaries.com?
Available in print and digital format, our publications are designed to accompany you on your reading journey. The clear and concise style makes for easy understanding, providing the perfect opportunity to improve your literary knowledge in no time.
See the very best of literature in a whole new light with BrightSummaries.com!
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ENGLISH NOVELIST, POET AND SHORT STORY WRITER
Born in Bombay (India) in 1865.
Died in London in 1936.
Notable works:
The Jungle Book (1894), short story collection
Captains Courageous (1897), novel
Kim (1901), novel
Rudyard Kipling is considered one of the most eminent English writers of his generation and is remembered for his writings on the British Empire, India and his children’s stories. Although his infamous celebration of European imperialism means that he is sometimes regarded as antiquated and problematic in the context of increasingly socially liberal Western societies, his novels, stories and poetry are highly regarded for their expertise, ingenuity and vibrancy. He was born in Bombay (now Mumbai) in 1965 to English parents and, after being educated in England, returned to India to work as a journalist. It was here that he began publishing his poetry and short stories, and he returned to England in 1889 to fanfare about the quality and popularity of his writing. In England Kipling found himself increasingly well-regarded as a writer and embarked on a prolific career that included a huge number of short stories and poetry collections, as well as four
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