About the book
Among the most popular children's books ever written, The Jungle Book (1894) comprises a series of stories about Mowgli, a boy raised in the jungle by a family of wolves after a tiger has attacked and driven off his parents. Threatened throughout much of his young life by the dreaded tiger Shere Khan, Mowgli is protected by his adoptive family and learns the lore of the jungle from Baloo, a sleepy brown bear, and Bagheera, the black panther.
Subtle lessons in justice, loyalty, and tribal law pervade these imaginative tales, recounted by a master storyteller with a special talent for entertaining audiences of all ages. Included are such tales as \"Rikki-tikki-tavi,\" a story about a brave mongoose and his battle with the deadly cobra Nag; Mowgli's abduction by the monkey people; and \"Toomai of the Elephants,\" in which a young boy witnesses a secret ritual and is honored by his tribesmen.
This inexpensive, unabridged edition of The Jungle Book promises to enchant a new generation of young readers, as it recalls to their elders the pleasure of reading or hearing these stories for the first time.
Editions of Jungle Book
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780486410241
- EBook
- ISBN 9780486129778
Read an Excerpt
Among the most popular children's books ever written, The Jungle Book (1894) comprises a series of stories about Mowgli, a boy raised in the jungle by a family of wolves after a tiger has attacked and driven off his parents. Threatened throughout much of his young life by the dreaded tiger Shere Khan, Mowgli is protected by his adoptive family and learns the lore of the jungle from Baloo, a sleepy brown bear, and Bagheera, the black panther.
Subtle lessons in justice, loyalty, and tribal law pervade these imaginative tales, recounted by a master storyteller with a special talent for entertaining audiences of all ages. Included are such tales as \"Rikki-tikki-tavi,\" a story about a brave mongoose and his battle with the deadly cobra Nag; Mowgli's abduction by the monkey people; and \"Toomai of the Elephants,\" in which a young boy witnesses a secret ritual and is honored by his tribesmen.
This inexpensive, unabridged edition of The Jungle Book promises to enchant a new generation of young readers, as it recalls to their elders the pleasure of reading or hearing these stories for the first time.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jungle Book about?
Among the most popular children's books ever written, The Jungle Book (1894) comprises a series of stories about Mowgli, a boy raised in the jungle by a family of wolves after a tiger has attacked and driven off his parents. Threatened throughout much of his young life by the dreaded tiger Shere Khan, Mowgli is protected by his adoptive family and learns the lore of the jungle from Baloo, a sleepy brown bear, and Bagheera, the black panther.
Subtle lessons in justice, loyalty, and tribal law pervade these imaginative tales, recounted by a master storyteller with a special talent for entertaining audiences of all ages. Included are such tales as \"Rikki-tikki-tavi,\" a story about a brave mongoose and his battle with the deadly cobra Nag; Mowgli's abduction by the monkey people; and \"Toomai of the Elephants,\" in which a young boy witnesses a secret ritual and is honored by his tribesmen.
This inexpensive, unabridged edition of The Jungle Book promises to enchant a new generation of young readers, as it recalls to their elders the pleasure of reading or hearing these stories for the first time.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Jungle Book?
Children’s, Teenage and Educational > Children’s / Teenage fiction and true stories > Children’s / Teenage fiction: Nature and animal stories
Where can I read a sample of Jungle Book?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780486410241
Is Jungle Book part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series Dover Children's Evergreen Classics
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Jungle Book?
Rudyard Kipling
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Jungle Book is available as paperback(ISBN 9780486410241) and ebook(ISBN 9780486129778)
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