
The most famous stories from The Jungle Book include the eight stories revolving around the adventures of Mowgli, an abandoned "man cub" who is raised by wolves in the Indian jungle. Through the various plotlines and characters, Kipling is able to convey a moral meaning at the end of every story. In this collection of stories, Kipling employs anthropomorphism, which is the attribution of human-like emotions, incentives, and traits to non-human entities. It is one of the best-known and beloved works of children’s literature however, Kipling’s complex views on colonialism and race justifiably factor into the assessment of its value. Please contact us if any title or item you’re looking for is not currently listed.Published in 1894, Rudyard Kipling’s The Jungle Book is a collection of short stories and poems.

We are always buying and considering fresh material, and we can draw upon our extensive network to source rare books and manuscripts. You’ll find below our current selection of material by and relating to Rudyard Kipling. His work played an important role in shaping the British national identity in the late 19th and early 20th century. He is perhaps best known for his collection of stories The Jungle Book, which was later adapted into a popular Disney animated film and remains a beloved classic of children's literature. His poetry is also known for its use of rhythm, rhyme, and repetition, which helped to establish him as a master of the craft.

His writing is characterized by its vivid imagery, storytelling, and exploration of themes such as imperialism, power, and the human condition.


Rudyard Kipling is an important and sometimes controversial figure in English literature. Rare books by Rudyard Kipling, including first edition, signed, and finely bound copies of The Jungle Book, Just-So Stories, and Kim, alongside handsome sets of his collected works.
