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Songs from Books: A Collection of Verses from Rudyard Kipling's Works

Songs from Books: A Collection of Verses from Rudyard Kipling's Works

Kipling, Rudyard

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Fiction AnthologiesGeneral PoetryGeneral World History

ISBN13: 9791041987566
Publisher: Culturea
Published: Feb 29 2024
Pages: 196
Weight: 0.79
Height: 0.42 Width: 7.44 Depth: 9.69
Language: English
Songs from Books is a compilation of poems and verses by Rudyard Kipling, extracted from his various literary works. This collection, published in 1914, brings together the lyrical pieces that Kipling originally scattered throughout his novels and stories. The poems reflect Kipling's diverse thematic interests, ranging from the historical and mythical to the personal and philosophical. The collection includes well-known pieces such as Cities and Thrones and Powers, which contemplates the transient nature of human achievements, and The Way Through the Woods, a meditation on the passage of time and the persistence of nature. Kipling's verses often draw on his experiences and observations, offering insights into the human condition, the natural world, and the cultural landscapes he encountered. The poems are characterized by their rhythmic quality, vivid imagery, and the use of traditional forms and structures. Kipling's ability to weave narrative and verse is evident throughout the collection, as he explores themes of identity, belonging, and the interplay between past and present. Songs from Books serves as a testament to Kipling's mastery of language and his enduring influence on English literature.

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