Rudyard Kipling

Verses 1889-1896 (eBook, ePUB)

Imagery and Patriotism in British Verse Collection

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

Rudyard Kipling's 'Verses 1889-1896' is a collection of poems that showcase the author's masterful use of language and his keen observation of human nature. Kipling's verses are rich in imagery and symbolism, capturing the essence of the late 19th-century British Empire. The poems delve into themes of imperialism, patriotism, and the complexities of colonial life, reflecting Kipling's own experiences as a journalist in British India. The collection is a mix of ballads, odes, and satirical pieces, all written with Kipling's signature wit and storytelling prowess. 'Verses 1889-1896' is a valuable piece of literature that provides insight into the social and political climate of the time and showcases Kipling's talent as a poet. Rudyard Kipling, a Nobel Prize-winning author, drew inspiration for his poetry from his travels and experiences in the British Empire. His firsthand knowledge of colonial life and his deep-rooted sense of patriotism are evident throughout the collection. Kipling's unique style and perspective make 'Verses 1889-1896' a must-read for literature enthusiasts, history buffs, and anyone interested in the complexities of imperialism and nationalism.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Good Press
• Seitenzahl: 220
• Erscheinungstermin: 22. November 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4057664638243
• Artikelnr.: 58437057

Autorenporträt

Joseph Rudyard Kipling (1865 - 1936) was an English journalist, short-story writer, poet and novelist. Kipling's works of fiction include The Jungle Book (1894), Kim (1901) and many short stories, including "The Man Who Would Be King" (1888). His poems include "Mandalay" (1890), "Gunga Din" (1890), "The Gods of the Copybook Headings" (1919), "The White Man's Burden" (1899) and "If-" (1910). He is regarded as a major innovator in the art of the short story; his children's books are classics of children's literature and one critic described his work as exhibiting "a versatile and luminous narrative gift". Kipling was one of the most popular writers in the United Kingdom, in both prose and verse, in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Henry James said: "Kipling strikes me personally as the most complete man of genius, as distinct from fine intelligence, that I have ever known." In 1907, at the age of 42, he was awarded the Nobel Prize in Literature, making him the first English-language writer to receive the prize and its youngest recipient to date. He was also sounded out for the British Poet Laureateship and on several occasions for a knighthood, both of which he declined.