Departmental ditties and Ballads and Barrack-room ballads by Rudyard Kipling

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Author Kipling, Rudyard, 1865-1936
Title Departmental ditties and Ballads and Barrack-room ballads
Note Reading ease score: 81.4 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Credits Produced by Ted Garvin, and David Widger
Summary "Departmental Ditties and Barrack Room Ballads" by Rudyard Kipling is a collection of poetry written during the late 19th century. The work is characterized by its humorous and satirical exploration of military and colonial life, particularly focusing on the British Empire's presence in India. Through a series of ballads and verses, Kipling offers insight into the lives, struggles, and peculiarities of soldiers and bureaucrats, often evoking themes of camaraderie, folly, and the complexities of imperialism. The opening of this collection introduces readers to Kipling's distinctive style, employing a mix of humor and keen observation. The initial verses set the tone for the book by discussing the shared experiences and unspoken truths of military life, hinting at the challenges faced by those serving far from home. Through characters like Ahasuerus Jenkins and Potiphar Gubbins, Kipling illustrates the absurdities and eccentricities encountered in military ranks and civilian life, deftly blending anecdotes of personal failings with broader societal critiques. This engaging introduction primes readers for a series of tales that are both entertaining and thought-provoking, making the collection appealing to those interested in historical commentary as well as poetry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Humorous poetry, English
Subject English poetry -- 19th century
Subject Soldiers -- Great Britain -- Poetry
Subject Great Britain. Army -- Military life -- Poetry
Subject India -- History -- British occupation, 1765-1947 -- Poetry
Category Text
EBook-No. 7846
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 26, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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