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The Jungle Book

130th Anniversary Edition
Series: Puffin Classics
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The Jungle Book by Rudyard Kipling is a classic collection of stories centred around Mowgli, a boy raised by wolves in the Indian jungle. The tales explore his adventures and encounters with various animals, both friends and foes, such as Baloo the bear and Shere Khan the tiger. Each story is imbued with lessons about nature, survival, and the intricate laws of the jungle.
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You might enjoy this delightful classic if you love tales of adventure set in the exotic jungles of India, where animals like a wise bear, a fierce tiger, and a protective panther help deliver timeless life lessons. This book appeals to children and adults alike with its rich storytelling, vibrant characters, and the theme of finding one's place in the world.

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The Jungle Book

Saved from the jaws of the evil tiger Shere Khan, young Mowgli is adopted by a wolf pack and taught the law of the jungle by lovable old Baloo the bear and Bhageera the panther.

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Rediscover Puffin Classics - the world's favourite stories.

A classic story of friendship between man and beast.

Saved from the jaws of the evil tiger Shere Khan, young Mowgli is adopted by a wolf pack and taught the law of the jungle by lovable old Baloo the bear and Bhageera the panther. The adventures of Rikki-Tikki-Tavi the snake-fighting mongoose, little Toomai and the elephant's secret dance, and Kotick the white seal are all part of Mowgli's extraordinary journey with his animal friends.

The Jungle Book is brilliantly introduced by bestselling author, Christopher Paolini.

Series: Puffin Classics

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The Jungle Book by Rudyard Kipling is celebrated in the Puffin Classic series, making it accessible and enjoyable for new generations while respecting its status as a timeless classic. It provides a wonderful blend of old and new, capturing the adventure and charm that readers love.

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ISBN: 9780141325293

Publisher: Penguin Random House Children's UK

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 05 March 2009

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Puffin Classics

Illustration: none

Contributors:

  • Introduction by Christopher Paolini

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 15.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 178.0mm

Weight: 165g

Pages: 256

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About the Author

Joseph Rudyard Kipling (1865-1936) was born in India, although educated in England. He was a prolific writer and recognized as a genius. In 1907 he was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature. His many books for children include Just So Stories and Kim.

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