The Phantom 'Rickshaw and Other Ghost Stories - Kipling, Rudyard
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Rudyard Kipling (1865-1936), short-story writer, novelist and poet, was the first Englishman to receive the Nobel Prize for Literature (1907). Published in 1888, 'The Phantom 'Rickshaw' is a short story set in Simla, a popular tourist destination in British India. The story is a first person account of a man named Jack who is haunted by his past. CONTENTS: The Phantom 'Rickshaw, My Own True Ghost Story, The Strange Ride Of Morrowbie Jukes, The Man Who Would Be King, and "The Finest Story In The World".

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Rudyard Kipling (1865-1936), short-story writer, novelist and poet, was the first Englishman to receive the Nobel Prize for Literature (1907). Published in 1888, 'The Phantom 'Rickshaw' is a short story set in Simla, a popular tourist destination in British India. The story is a first person account of a man named Jack who is haunted by his past. CONTENTS: The Phantom 'Rickshaw, My Own True Ghost Story, The Strange Ride Of Morrowbie Jukes, The Man Who Would Be King, and "The Finest Story In The World".
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During the height of the British Empire, Rudyard Kipling (1865-1936) was a British author and poet who was born in Bombay, British India. As seen by his evocative depictions of colonial life, Kipling's early years in India had a profound influence on his later works. A large portion of his early years were spent apart from his parents; this is portrayed in his narrative "The Jungle Book." With a wide variety of works, including novels, poetry, and short tales, Kipling's creative career took off. His most famous works are "Kim," a book set in British India, and "The Jungle Book," an anthology of tales that went on to become a classic in children's literature. Kipling was the youngest recipient of the Nobel Prize in Literature when it was granted in 1907. Themes of imperialism, patriotism, and the intricacies of cross-cultural relationships were frequently covered in his writings. Because of his imperialist beliefs, Kipling's legacy has come under fire even though he was quite popular during his lifetime. However, his place in literary history has been cemented by his ability to fascinate readers with his storytelling prowess and his effect on adventure literature.
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