Publisher's Synopsis
Rudyard Kipling (1918) by John Palmer is a biography of the British author, poet, and journalist Rudyard Kipling. The book covers Kipling's life from his birth in Bombay, India, in 1865, through his childhood in England, his time as a journalist in India, and his rise to fame as a writer in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Palmer explores Kipling's literary output, including his famous works such as The Jungle Book, Kim, and Just So Stories. He also delves into Kipling's personal life, including his marriage to Caroline Balestier and the tragic loss of his son John during World War I. Throughout the book, Palmer provides insights into Kipling's complex personality, his views on imperialism and politics, and his relationships with other writers and artists of the time. Overall, Rudyard Kipling (1918) is a comprehensive and engaging biography that offers a fascinating look into the life and work of one of the most influential writers of the 20th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
