The stories in this
collection capture the varied scents and
colours of India in the days of the Raj. Magic
and religion, art and life, politics and
society, combine into one special stroke of
genius in Kipling's imaginative canvas,
bringing the short story and the poem
together. These tales hold a tremendous appeal
for children and adults alike, who can look
forward to a dazzling array of incidents and
characters, choreographed to perfection.
Rudyard Kipling was born in
Bombay, India, on December 30, 1865. He spent
his early years in India, and came in contact
with its culture and tradition, traces of
which can be found in most of his work. His
England years were marked by desperation and
misery and he returned to India in 1882. Best
known for The Jungle Book, and Kim, he is
recognized as a master artist in various
genres including poetry, short story and the
novel.