![]() In 2003 the book was listed on the BBC's The Big Read poll of the UK's "best-loved novel. Roger Sale, in his history of children's literature, concludes "Kim is the apotheosis of the Victorian cult of childhood, but it shines now as bright as ever, long after the Empire's collapse." Named by Modern Library as one of the 100 best English-language novels of the 20th century. ![]() Rowling-levels of renown during his lifetime (which, incidentally, was 1865-1936). While Kipling is still totally famous today, man he reached J.K. "The book presents a vivid picture of India, its teeming populations, religions, and superstitions, and the life of the bazaars and the road." Considered by many to be Kipling's masterpiece, opinion appears varied about its consideration as children's literature or not. Rudyard Kipling (his official first name was Joseph, but he preferred to use his spectacular middle name Rudyard) is a British writer from the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The novel is notable for its detailed portrait of the people, culture, and varied religions of India. ![]() It is set after the Second Afghan War which ended in 1881, but before the Third, probably in the period 1893 to 1898. The novel made the term "Great Game" popular and introduced the theme of great power rivalry and intrigue. Kim unfolds against the backdrop of The Great Game, the political conflict between Russia and Britain in Central Asia. In near fine condition with light rubbing to the extremities. ![]() ![]() Octavo, original cloth, embossed black and gilt to the front panel, gilt titles to the spine, illustrated. New York: Doubleday, Page & Company, 1901.įirst edition with the chapter-heading rhymes for only chapters VII and VIII as called of what many consider Kipling’s masterpiece. ![]()
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