Just so stories

Rudyard Kipling

136 pages, parution le 24/08/2023

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Rudyard Kipling's "Just So Stories" enchants readers with a collection of whimsical tales that offer imaginative explanations for various phenomena in the natural world. The narrative presents a series of origin stories that delve into the fantastical and humorous origins of animals, their behaviors, and their unique characteristics. Set against the backdrop of Kipling's creative storytelling, the stories within the book explore themes of curiosity, imagination, and the wonders of nature. Each tale presents a fanciful account of how a specific animal or trait came to be, inviting readers to embrace the magic of storytelling and the joy of wonder. The anthology delves into themes of cultural storytelling and the interplay between human and animal worlds. Through Kipling's inventive narratives, readers gain insights into the folklore of different cultures and the creative ways in which myths and legends shape our understanding of the world. "Just So Stories" captures the spirit of imaginative storytelling and the joy of exploring the mysteries of the natural world. Rudyard Kipling's whimsical narratives offer readers a delightful escape into a realm of fantasy while encouraging them to ponder the fascinating origins of the creatures and phenomena around them.

L'auteur - Rudyard Kipling

Rudyard Kipling (Bombay, 1865-Londres, 1936), célèbre auteur de livres pour la jeunesse (Le Livre de la jungle, 1894 ; Capitaines courageux, 1897 ; Histoires comme ça, 1902), de romans et de nouvelles (Kim, 1901 ; L'Homme qui voulut être roi, 1888 ; Simples Contes des collines, 1888), de poèmes (Tu seras un homme mon fils, 1910) et de récits de voyages. Il a vécu en Inde, en Grande-Bretagne et aux États-Unis. Le prix Nobel de littérature lui a été décerné en 1907.