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Complete and unabridged paperback edition.

First published in 1898.

Short excerpt: For three years he had endured heat and cold, disappointment, discomfort, danger, and disease, with responsibility almost to top-heavy for one pair of shoulders; and day by day, through that time, the great Kashi Bridge over the Ganges had grown under his charge... Read Full Overview

This vintage book contains a collection of Rudyard Kipling's short stories, first published in 1898. This volume would make for a great addition to any bookshelf, and is highly recommended for fans and collectors of Kipling's work. The stories contained herein include: "The Bridge-Builders",... Read Full Overview

This classic collection of short stories by Rudyard Kipling takes readers on a journey to the far-flung corners of the British Empire, from the dusty plains of India to the frozen wastes of the Arctic. Featuring tales of adventure, romance, and intrigue, the book showcases... Read Full Overview

This classic collection of short stories by Rudyard Kipling takes readers on a journey to the far-flung corners of the British Empire, from the dusty plains of India to the frozen wastes of the Arctic. Featuring tales of adventure, romance, and intrigue, the book showcases... Read Full Overview

Joseph Rudyard Kipling 30 December 1865 - 18 January 1936) was an English journalist, short-story writer, poet, and novelist. Kipling's works of fiction include The Jungle Book (1894), Kim (1901), and many short stories, including "The Man Who Would Be King" (1888). His poems... Read Full Overview

The Day's Work is a collection of stories by Rudyard Kipling. It was first published in 1898. There are no poems included between the different stories in The Day's Work, as there are in many other of Kipling's collections. The book contains 13 short stories, which were mainly... Read Full Overview

Rudyard Kipling's collection of short stories is titled The Day's Work. The Day's Work does not contain any poetry in between the several stories, unlike many of Kipling's previous collections. The general subject is one of labour and struggle, whether it is constructing a bridge,... Read Full Overview

In The Day's Work, Rudyard Kipling presents a compelling collection of short stories that explore the themes of duty, labor, and human resilience. Through vivid narratives and memorable characters, Kipling captures the essence of everyday life and the enduring spirit of those... Read Full Overview

In "The Day's Work", Rudyard Kipling weaves a series of vivid vignettes depicting the daily lives of ordinary people in colonial India. Through heartfelt and often humorous stories, the collection highlights themes of perseverance, duty, and the resilience of individuals facing... Read Full Overview

Joseph Rudyard Kipling (1865 -1936) was an English journalist, short-story writer, poet, and novelist. He was born in India, which inspired much of his work. Kipling's works of fiction include The Jungle Book (1894), Kim (1901), and many short stories, including "The Man Who... Read Full Overview

Rudyard Kipling's collection of short stories is titled The Day's Work. The Day's Work does not contain any poetry in between the several stories, unlike many of Kipling's previous collections. The general subject is one of labour and struggle, whether it is constructing a bridge,... Read Full Overview

The Day's Work is a collection of stories by Rudyard Kipling. It was first published in 1898. There are no poems included between the different stories in The Day's Work, as there are in many other of Kipling's collections. The book contains 13 short stories, which were mainly... Read Full Overview

This collection contains twelve stories that focus on the value of work, the sea, animals, children, England, and America, including "A Walking Delegate," "The Bridge-Builders," "The Tomb of His Ancestors," and "William the Conquerer," among others.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original... Read Full Overview