The Jungle Book by Rudyard Kipling

212 pages first pub 1894 (editions)

fiction childrens classics short stories adventurous medium-paced
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For readers who crave timeless tales of adventure, self-discovery, and the unbreakable bonds between humans and animals, The Jungle Book by Rudyard Kipling is a must-read, offering a rich tapestry of stories that will transport you to the vibrant jungles of Central India and ignite a sense of wonder and awe within.

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The Jungle Book, the story of Mowgli, a boy adopted by the wolves of the Seoonee Pack; his mentors Bagheera the panther and Baloo the bear; and his arch-enemy, the despicable tiger Shere Khan, is today an inalienable part of popular culture and im...

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Community Reviews

3.53
based on 8,783 reviews

Moods

adventurous: 91%

lighthearted: 38%

funny: 21%

reflective: 13%

dark: 10%

emotional: 9%

hopeful: 8%

inspiring: 8%

mysterious: 8%

relaxing: 7%

tense: 6%

challenging: 5%

informative: 4%

sad: 2%


Pace

27% of readers chose fast
49% of readers chose medium
23% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

28% of readers chose Plot
39% of readers chose A mix
29% of readers chose Character
3% of readers chose N/A
Plot
A mix
Character
N/A

Strong character development?

32% of readers chose Yes
25% of readers chose Complicated
35% of readers chose No
6% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Loveable characters?

65% of readers chose Yes
19% of readers chose Complicated
12% of readers chose No
2% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Diverse cast of characters?

67% of readers chose Yes
17% of readers chose Complicated
8% of readers chose No
6% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Flaws of characters a main focus?

21% of readers chose Yes
24% of readers chose Complicated
46% of readers chose No
8% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

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