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Dive into this captivating collection that features additional stories by Rudyard Kipling, spotlighting the beloved characters from Stalky & Co. While these tales were mysteriously left out of the original book, they offer delightful insights and humor reminiscent of adolescent life and the timeless struggles against adult authority. Among the highlights is Stalky, the inaugural story penned in 1898, which perfectly encapsulates the charm and wit of Kiplings portrayal of young boys. Regulus also delivers a hearty dose of humor, though it may feel more challenging to modern readers unfamiliar ...

This is the classic story of Mowgli, the young boy raised by wolves in India: his escapades and adventures with his dear friends Bagheera the panther and Baloo the bear, his capture by the Monkey-People, his attempt at reintegration into human society, and his ultimate triumph over his avowed enemy the tiger Shere Khan. Included in the book is the story of the brave white seal, Kotick, and the tenacious young mongoose, Rikki-Tikki-Tavi who battled through the night to protect his human family from a pair of sly and viscous cobras. Packed with adventure and Jungle Law wisdom, this book has ...

This classic children's book by Rudyard Kipling tells the story of Mowgli, a young boy raised by wolves: his escapades and adventures with his dear friends Bagheera the panther and Baloo the bear, his capture by the Monkey-People, his attempt at reintegration into human society, and his ultimate triumph over the lame tiger Shere Khan. The account of Mowgli's adventures is followed by several short stories, including the tales of the brave white seal, Kotick, and the tenacious mongoose, Rikki-Tikki-Tavi. Packed with adventure and Jungle Law wisdom, this book has pervaded popular culture as the ...

In a tale as intriguing today as it was in its time, this story explores the curious case of Huckley, an English village that found itself voting on the flatness of the Earth. But how did this bizarre scenario come to be? The narrative unfolds around Sir Thomas Ingell, the local squire, who inadvertently becomes the centerpiece of an international mockery after luring two newspaper owners, a reporter, and an MP into a speeding incident. With the cunning assistance of Bat Masquerier, a music hall owner embodying The Totally Amoral Soul and Personal Devil, the village is thrust into the ...

In this timeless tale from Rudyard Kipling’s beloved Just So Stories, listeners are taken back to the earliest days of the world, when animals were wild and humans were only just learning how to make a home. One by one the wild creatures of the forest make bargains with the Woman of the Cave and become the first companions of humankind.

റുഡ്യാർഡ് കിപ്ലിങ്ങിന്റെ 'ദി ജംഗിൾ ബുക്ക്' എന്ന കഥയിലെ മുഖ്യകഥാപാത്രമാണ് മൗഗ്ലി. ബാല്യത്തിൽ കാട്ടിൽ...

റുഡ്യാർഡ് കിപ്ലിങ്ങിന്റെ 'ദി ജംഗിൾ ബുക്ക്' എന്ന കഥയിലെ മുഖ്യകഥാപാത്രമാണ് മൗഗ്ലി. ബാല്യത്തിൽ കാട്ടിൽ...

Dive into a captivating collection of short stories from the renowned author of The Jungle Book, Kim, and Just So Stories. Each tale is accompanied by a thought-provoking poem, making this a delightful read for those who enjoyed If. Join us on this literary journey that blends narrative and verse seamlessly. - Summary by Stav Nisser.

Join Major George Cotter as he navigates the trials of public school, the rigors of Sandhurst, and the challenges of military life in India. Beyond the battlefield, he uncovers a captivating dream world that beckons him with extraordinary adventures. Experience his journey through two realms, both filled with excitement and discovery. (Summary by Liam Neely)

In Bridge Builders, we explore a captivating tale of vengeance from the earth itself, embodied by Mother Gunga, the Goddess of the River Ganga. This narrative weaves together the story of humanitys attempts to confine her power and the subsequent fallout. As engineers set out to construct a bridge across the sacred River Ganges, a deeper vision unfolds—one that reveals the fading presence of the Gods as scientific progress takes their place. Within this opium-induced dream, Brahma awakens to a world where the divine may be dying, or perhaps, transforming. Join us on this enchanting journey ...

Helen Turrell has always lived a life steeped in respectability and duty. When her wayward brother passes away, she takes on the responsibility of raising his illegitimate son. As the young mans bright future is tragically cut short by the First World War, Helen embarks on a poignant journey to his grave for one final farewell. This recording was originally published on Legamus.eu and later made available on Librivox after US copyright restrictions were lifted. - Summary by Newgatenovelist

Join us by the sea as we explore one of our favourite Just So Stories by Rudyard Kipling, "The Crab That Played With the Sea". Then end the day with the soothing lullaby "Twinkle, Twinkle, Little One" sung by Bella Butterfly.

Get ready for bed with a selection of magical short stories from the animal world, accompanied by some gentle lullabies to allow your little ones drift off to a deep slumber.

Rudyard Kipling nos sumerge en un fascinante relato donde dos aventureros británicos, Daniel Dravot y Peachey Carnehan, se embarcan en una audaz misión para establecer su propio reino en las montañas de Kafiristán.

The First Jungle Book (1894) is a collection of stories by the English author Rudyard Kipling. Most of the characters are animals such as Shere Khan the tiger and Baloo the bear, though a principal character is the boy or "man-cub" Mowgli, who is raised in the jungle by wolves. The stories are set in a forest in India; one place mentioned repeatedly is "Seonee" (Seoni), in the central state of Madhya Pradesh. A major theme in the book is abandonment followed by fostering, as in the life of Mowgli, echoing Kipling's own childhood.

Pourquoi le chat s'en va-t-il tout seul ? Les chats anglais sont-ils vraiment les plus distingués ? Par quel prodige cet animal maléfique est-il devenu, au fil du temps, l'ami incontournable du monde de la culture ? Vous trouverez réponse à ces épineuses questions, et à bien d'autres, dans notre sélection de 17 textes cultes commentés et mis en perspective. Une balade littéraire divertissante et instructive à travers les textes de Baudelaire, du Bellay, Dumas, Poe, Perrault, Carrol, Montaigne, Verlaine, Balzac, Renard, La Fontaine, Champfleury, Moncrif. Textes commentés par Sylvain Trias.

Master storyteller Jim Weiss brings you suspense, laughter, and plenty of plot twists. Spooky, not scary! An ancient ghost tries to frighten a new family away from his castle. A scientist's potion reveals old secrets. And a street magician has one last trick up his sleeve. Beloved storyteller Jim Weiss retells these spooky tales from Nathaniel Hawthorne, Rudyard Kipling, and Oscar Wilde.

Vivid characters true to Rudyard Kipling's original stories spring to life in tales of a young boy raised among wolves and other wild creatures of the Indian jungle. The audiobook is adapted and narrated by Jim Weiss.

Die Gruselkabinett Hörspiel Box 8 beinhaltet die Geschichten: "Der Glöckner von Notre Dame" von Victor Hugo, "Die Gespenster-Rikscha" von Rudyard Kipling und "Die obere Koje" von Francis Marion Crawford.

Indien, Jahreswechsel 1889/1890: Fleete, der sich wenig um Indien und die Inder schert, betrinkt sich in Begleitung seiner beiden Freunde am Silvester-Abend und schändet in einem Tempel das Standbild des Affengottes Hanuman.