Rudyard Kipling
The Jungle Book
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Format: PDF. Readable on any device.
- Title in Swahili
- Kitabu cha Msitu
- First published
- 1894
- Languages
- Swahili and English
- Pages
- about 291
- Edition
- unabridged
Book summary
Mowgli, a child raised by wolves in the jungle, learns to survive among animals and understand their laws. Guided by Baloo the wise bear and Bagheera the protective panther, he grows between the human and wild worlds. But the threat of the tiger Shere Khan looms over him, forcing him to assert his place. Through his adventures, he discovers friendship, danger, and nature’s rules. This story blends initiation, action, and reflection on identity, offering a fascinating exploration of the boundary between civilization and instinct. The author creates a rich and immersive world.
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