Songs from Books by Rudyard Kipling
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"Songs from Books" by Rudyard Kipling is a collection of lyrical verses and chapter-headings drawn together from the author's extensive body of work, written in the early 20th century. This compilation serves to spotlight the poetry embedded within Kipling's narratives, allowing readers to appreciate his rhythmic and evocative language. The collection reflects myriad themes, from the celebration of nature to the exploration of human emotions, often interwoven with reflections on society and
morality. At the start of the book, the preface reveals Kipling's intent to curate verses from his previous works, enriching the reader's understanding of how these snippets connect to larger narratives. The opening poem, "Cities and Thrones and Powers," contemplates the transient nature of human constructs against the eternal backdrop of nature. The subsequent pages introduce various songs and poems, such as "Puck's Song" and "The Way Through the Woods," showcasing the interplay of beauty, loss, and the passage of time. Overall, the beginning illustrates Kipling's characteristic blend of charm and poignancy, inviting readers to dive deeper into the exploration of themes that resonate across his literary career. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Kipling, Rudyard, 1865-1936 |
|---|---|
| Title | Songs from Books |
| Credits | Produced by Paul Murray, S.R. Ellison and the PG Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 86.6 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Poetry |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 15529 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-15529-6 |
| Release Date | Apr 3, 2005 |
| Last Update | Dec 14, 2020 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 658 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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