The Jungle Book (AmazonClassics Edition) by Amazon.co.uk

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Description

Orphaned as a baby, human-boy Mowgli is adopted by wolves, befriended by Baloo the bear, and educated in the wonders and dangers of the Indian jungle. But the adventures of
The Jungle Book
dont end with the young man-cub and his unusual new family. Through tales of Kotick the White Seal, Rikki-tikki-tavi the mongoose, and others, readers learn about courage and survival, rules and order, principles and morals, coming-of-age, and the thrill of self-discovery.
Rudyard Kiplings fables reflect both his childhood in India and his vivid imagination, while exploring the relationship between civilization and the wild.
AmazonClassics brings you timeless works from the masters of storytelling. Ideal for anyone who wants to read a great work for the first time or rediscover an old favorite, these new editions open the door to literatures most unforgettable characters and beloved worlds.
Revised edition: Previously published as
The Jungle Book
, this edition of
The Jungle Book (AmazonClassics Edition)
includes editorial revisions.