The Day's Work (eBook, ePUB)
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"The Day's Work" is a collection of short stories written by Rudyard Kipling, first published in 1898. It consists of twelve diverse stories that showcase Kipling's versatility as a writer and his keen observations of human nature, society, and the natural world. Each story in "The Day's Work" offers a glimpse into different aspects of life, ranging from adventure and exploration to everyday struggles and triumphs. Kipling's subjects include soldiers, engineers, sailors, colonial administrators, and ordinary people facing extraordinary circumstances. Some of the notable stories in the collecti...
"The Day's Work" is a collection of short stories written by Rudyard Kipling, first published in 1898. It consists of twelve diverse stories that showcase Kipling's versatility as a writer and his keen observations of human nature, society, and the natural world. Each story in "The Day's Work" offers a glimpse into different aspects of life, ranging from adventure and exploration to everyday struggles and triumphs. Kipling's subjects include soldiers, engineers, sailors, colonial administrators, and ordinary people facing extraordinary circumstances. Some of the notable stories in the collection include: "The Bridge-Builders": This story follows a group of British engineers working on a bridge construction project in India, exploring themes of imperialism, cultural exchange, and the human spirit. "The Brushwood Boy": A poignant tale about memory, love, and loss, centered around a man who reminisces about his childhood sweetheart while visiting his old haunts. "At the End of the Passage": Set in colonial Burma, this story follows a British official grappling with the complexities of identity, duty, and loyalty in a foreign land. "The Maltese Cat": A humorous story featuring the misadventures of a British sailor and his pet cat aboard a ship. "The Mark of the Beast": A chilling tale of supernatural horror set in colonial India, exploring themes of superstition, revenge, and the clash of cultures. "The Day's Work" is regarded as one of Kipling's finest collections of short fiction, showcasing his mastery of storytelling, vivid imagination, and ability to capture the essence of the human experience. The stories in the collection resonate with readers for their rich characters, evocative settings, and timeless themes.
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