Jungle Books by Rudyard Kipling (Color Illustrated Hardcover)

“The Jungle Book” is a collection of stories written by Rudyard Kipling, published in 1894. The book tells the story of Mowgli, a young boy who was raised by wolves in the jungles of India. The book is set in the late 19th century, during the time of British colonization of India.

The book is a classic of children’s literature, and its stories have been adapted into numerous films and television shows. The stories in the book are beloved for their imaginative storytelling, lively characters, and moral lessons.

The most well-known stories from the book include “Mowgli’s Brothers,” in which Mowgli is first introduced and learns the law of the jungle, “Kaa’s Hunting,” in which Mowgli and the python Kaa team up to take revenge on the Bandar-log monkeys, and “Tiger! Tiger!,” in which Mowgli confronts his arch-nemesis, the tiger Shere Khan.

Kipling’s writing has been both celebrated and criticized for its portrayal of colonialism and imperialism. Despite this controversy, “The Jungle Book” remains a beloved classic of children’s literature and a cultural touchstone.