Actions and reactions by Rudyard Kipling
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| Author | Kipling, Rudyard, 1865-1936 |
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| Title | Actions and reactions |
| Note | Reading ease score: 83.0 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
| Contents | An habitation enforced -- The recall -- Garm, a hostage -- The power of the dog -- The mother hive -- The bees and the flies -- With the night mail -- The four angels -- A deal in cotton -- The new knighthood -- The puzzler -- The puzzler [poem] -- Little foxes -- Gallio's song -- The house surgeon -- The rabbi's song. |
| Credits | P. Stratton and David Widger |
| Summary | "ACTIONS AND REACTIONS" by Rudyard Kipling is a collection of interconnected stories written during the late 19th century. The work explores themes of identity, the human condition, and the complexities of relationships set against a backdrop of British and colonial life. The narrative primarily follows George Chapin and his wife Sophie as they navigate personal and societal challenges while exploring their heritage and the meaning of belonging. At the start of the book, George Chapin, suffering from overwork, is advised by doctors to take a break and travel to Europe with his wife, Sophie. The couple meanders through various European locales, reflecting on George's past ambitions and their current discontent. Their journey leads them to a secluded estate in England called Friars Pardon, sparking discussions about their future and connection to the land. The opening portion sets the stage for their exploration of the estate and their evolving relationship with the local community, hinting at the deeper themes of belonging and heritage that will unfold throughout the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | English poetry |
| Subject | Short stories, English |
| Subject | English fiction -- 20th century |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 2381 |
| Release Date | Nov 1, 2000 |
| Most Recently Updated | Nov 30, 2021 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 166 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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