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HarperCollins is proud to present our range of timeless literary classics. 'There is no harm in a man's cub.' Best known for the 'Mowgli' stories, Rudyard Kipling's The Jungle Book expertly interweaves myth, morals, adventure and p
The Jungle Book introduces Mowgli, the human foundling adopted by a family of wolves. It tells of the enmity between him and the tiger Shere Khan, who killed Mowgli's parents, and of the friendship between the man-cub and Bagheera, the black panther,
Introduction and Notes by R.T. Jones, Honorary Fellow of the University of York. This edition of the poetry of Rudyard Kipling (1865-1936) includes all the poems contained in the Definitive Edition of 1940. In his lifetime, Kipling was widely regarded as
Among the most popular children's books ever written, The Jungle Book (1894) comprises a series of stories about Mowgli, a boy raised in the jungle by a family of wolves after a tiger has attacked and driven off his parents. Threatened throughout much
Rudyard Kipling was a prolific English writer who is widely considered to be one of the greatest authors in all of literature. Kipling wrote classics in many genres including the Jungle Books, Just So Stories, Kim, and The Man Who Would Be King. Rewards a
I Rudyard Kiplings roman "Havets helte" fra 1897 møder vi millionærsønnen Harvey Cheyne Jr., der bliver skyllet overbord fra en luksusdamper, men reddet af fiskeren Disko Troop og hans mandskab, der er på vej til fiskebankerne ved New Foundland.
Wer kennt sie nicht: den kleinen Inderjungen Mowgli, seine treuen Freunde Balu, Baghira und Kaa und seinen Erzfeind, den hinterhältigen Tiger Schir Khan. Die Figuren aus Rudyard Kiplings Dschungelbuch, 1894 erschienen, verzaubern nicht erst seit Disneys Z
This is Rudyard Kipling's 1902 children's book, "Just So Stories for Little Children". It is a delightful and timeless collection of children's stories that makes for perfect bedtime reading. The stories are primarily animal-based, a
(Children's Classics) The adventures of Mowgli, an abandoned man-cub who is raised by wolves in the Indian jungle and many other tales in this book use animals in an anthropomorphic manner to give lessons. The other stories in this Fantastica edition
Kim (Kimball O'Hara) is the orphaned son of an Irish soldier and a poor Irish mother who have both died in poverty. Living a vagabond existence in India under British rule in the late 19th century, Kim earns his living by begging and running small err
Captains Courageous is an 1897 novel, by Rudyard Kipling, that follows the adventures of fifteen-year-old Harvey Cheyne Jr., the spoiled son of a railroad tycoon, after he is saved from drowning by a Portuguese fisherman in the north Atlantic. The novel o
In Rudyard Kipling's The Man Who Would Be King, embark on an unforgettable adventure into the heart of the untamed Afghan wilderness. Join the audacious Daniel Dravot and Peachey Carnehan as they pursue dreams of power and glory, only to confront the
"'The Seven Seas' is the most remarkable book of verse that Mr. Kipling has given us. Here the human sympathy is broader and deeper, the patriotism heartier and fuller, the intellectual and spiritual insight keener, the command of the literar
The story of the man-cub Mowgli who is raised by wolves in the Indian jungle, guided by his mentors Baloo the bear, Bagheera the black panther and the ancient python Kaa, and who confronts his arch-enemy Shere Khan the tiger, is one of the greatest litera
Five tales which range from the jungles of India to the frozen emptiness of the North... In all of them, Kipling's extrardinary powers of description and ability to identify with human aspiration and animal survival are vividly shown. Rikki-Tikki-Tavi
Stalky & Co. is a novel by Rudyard Kipling, about adolescent boys at a British boarding school. It was first published in 1899 (following serialisation in the Windsor Magazine). Reflecting its origins, the novel is episodic in nature, with self-contained
Explore the myriad and marvellous mysteries of the animal kingdom in this beautiful, collectable new Little Puffin Clothbound Classic. The wildest of all the wild animals was the Cat. He walked by himself.' From the heart-warming wiles of 'The Cat
Little treasures, the FLAME TREE COLLECTABLE CLASSICS are chosen to create a delightful and timeless home library. Each stunning, gift edition features deluxe cover treatments, ribbon markers, luxury endpapers and gilded edges. The unabridged text is acco
Little treasures, the FLAME TREE COLLECTABLE CLASSICS are chosen to create a delightful and timeless home library. Each stunning, gift edition features deluxe cover treatments, ribbon markers, luxury endpapers and gilded edges. The unabridged text is acco
The Jungle Book introduces Mowgli, the human foundling adopted by a family of wolves. It tells of the enmity between him and the tiger Shere Khan, who killed Mowgli's parents, and of the friendship between the man-cub and Bagheera, the black panther,
Embark on a whimsical odyssey through the animal kingdom with Rudyard Kipling's Just So Stories. From the playful antics of the Elephant's Child to the cunning adventures of the Cat that Walked by Himself, these timeless tales captivate both young
This unfinished autobiography by Rudyard Kipling offers a glimpse into the author's early life, and some of the periods he spent working on his most famous books and poems. Little of this autobiography refers to the private life of the author, his pur
Junglebogen er Rudyard Kiplings højt elskede klassiker om drengen Mowgli, der vokser op i en ulveflok i junglens dyb. Fra første færd er tigeren Shere Khan hans fjende, mens bjørnen Baloo og panteren Bagheera beskytter ham og lærer ham alt om dyrenes liv
I 1894 udgav Rudyard Kipling Junglebogen, som siden skulle blive kendt og elsket verden over. Junglebogen er en samling dyrefabler fra den indiske jungle. De mest kendte er nok de tre fortællinger om drengen Mowgli, som opfostres af ulve. Det er historien
When Rudyard Kipling wrote "If-" in 1909, he was addressing his 12-year-old son, John, who would die in battle a few short years later during World War I.The famous author's words soon inspired a nation, and the poem has twice been named Gre
Later edition cover of Rikki-Tikki-Tavi by Rudyard Kipling "Rikki-Tikki-Tavi" is a short story in the 1894 anthology The Jungle Book by Rudyard Kipling about the adventures of a valiant young mongoose
Rudyard Kipling is one of the most magical storytellers in the English language. This new selection brings together the best of his short writings, following the development of his work over fifty years. They take us from the harsh, cruel, vividly realize
Among the best loved of all classics for children are the tales of Mowgli, the boy who learned the law of the jungle as he grew up among a pack of wolves in India's Seeonee Hills. First published in 1894, the book imagines a child living and flourishi
A short story originally published as part of The Jungle Book . When a family moves to India and rescues a half-drowned mongoose called Rikki-tikki-tavi, they grow very fond of the cheeky fellow and soon he runs in and out of the house as much as he pleas
Rudyard Kipling (1865-1936), winner of the 1907 Nobel Prize for Literature and author of one of the most popular poems in the English language, 'If-', has long captured the interest of poetry lovers. Here, Thomas Pinney brings together a selection
A Puffin deluxe hardback classics edition. The delightful tales of whales and cats and kangaroos and crabs - everything from how the camel got in a humph (and got his hump!) to how the alphabet was invented. Enchanting and funny, these fantastical stories
Rudyard Kipling (1865-1936) is perhaps the most controversial major English poetof the last two centuries, not least because of his apparent enthusiasm for the empire. A child of British India, he first became famous for tales of imperial life, notably Ki
One of the great adventure books of all time, Kim, first published in 1901, is Kipling's last major work about India, a farewell look brimming with all the color and sound, squalor and splendor of that exotic land. Kim, the orphaned son of an Irish so
Charged with action and suspense, yet profoundly spiritual, Kim vividly expresses the sounds and smells, colors and characters, opulence and squalor of complex, contradictory India under British rule. The book abounds in brilliant descriptions of Indian s
Rudyard Kiplings højt elskede klassiker er en samling af historier, som alle foregår i den mystiske indiske jungle, hvor tigre strejfer frit, og aber svinger sig fra træerne. Særligt kendt og elsket er historierne om menneskeungen Mowgli, der vokser op bl
Discover our collectable Puffin Clothbound Classic edition of The Jungle Book Puffin Clothbound Classics are stunning collectable gift editions of some of the best-loved classics in the world - including this very special 130th anniversary edition of The
Kender du historierne om hvorfor alle de sjove dyr ser ud som de gør? Lad Rugyard Kipling underholde dig og dine børn - de vil elske fortællingerne om, hvorfor elefanten har en lang snabel, og om hvor dromedarens pukkel kommer fra. "Hvordan elefanten
When Rudyard Kipling wrote the poem "If--" in 1909, he was addressing his 12-yearold son, John, who would die in battle a few short years later during World War I. The famous author's words soon inspired a nation, and the poem has twice been
Kipling's best-loved work, now in a gorgeous new clothbound edition designed by the award-winning Coralie Bickford-Smith. These delectable and collectable editions are bound in high-quality, tactile cloth with foil stamped into the design. The story o
Allerførste læsning er en serie meget lette og korte historier for begynderlæsere. Sproget er præget af korte, enkle sætninger og mange gentagelser, der letter læsningen. Illustrationerne understøtter og supplerer teksten, og bidrager dermed til forståels
Kim is set in an imperialistic world; a world strikingly masculine, dominated by travel, trade and adventure, a world in which there is no question of the division between white and non-white.Two men - a boy who grows into early manhood and an old ascetic
Written by classic English author Rudyard Kipling, Just So Stories is considered not only a quintessential childrens book, but one of Kiplings best works. Just So Stories is a collection of origin stories, fictional tales that explain why animals have cer
A powerful and wide-ranging collection of poetry by Rudyard Kipling, one of the most influential writers in English literature. Spanning themes of duty, empire, war, faith, and human resilience, this volume brings together many of Kipling's most celeb
Witty, profound, wildly funny, acerbic and occasionally savage, Rudyard Kipling's poems continue to delight readers of all ages.Included are both the familiar favorites and Kipling's lesser-known works.This is the only complete collection of Kipli
This new collection includes such impressive classics as "The Gods of the Copybook Headings," "The City of Brass," "Recessional," "Jubal and Tubal Cain," "When Earth's Last Picture Is Painted," "I
Chiltern Publishing was formed in 2018 with a vision to create the most beautiful classics. Using a perfect mix of tradition and the very latest in printing techniques, 19th Century quality has met 21st Century technology. With wonderfully detailed covers
"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 19
The "Complete Novels of Rudyard Kipling" presents a compelling anthology of four of Kipling's masterworks, showcasing an exquisite blend of narrative depth and vivid characterizations. In "The Light That Failed," readers journey th
"The Jungle Book (MinaLima Edition)" is the ultimate illustrated and interactive edition of Rudyard Kiplings enchanting tale about the adventures of Mowgli. This magical edition of Rudyard Kipling's beloved classic collects all the seven nov
"Rudyard Kipling's Verse: Inclusive Edition, 1885-1926" is a comprehensive collection encompassing the poetic legacy of one of the most influential writers of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Spanning over four decades of creative out