Plain Tales from the Hills

"Plain Tales from the Hills" by Rudyard Kipling offers a vivid collection of short stories set in 19th-century British India. Through sharp wit and keen observation, Kipling portrays the complex lives of both British officials and Indian characters, exploring themes of social hierarchy, cultural clashes, and human folly. The tales blend humor, irony, and empathy, revealing the often humorous and poignant realities behind colonial life. With its rich storytelling and memorable characters, the book provides a captivating glimpse into the nuances of life in the hills of India during the British Raj.Plain Tales from the Hills is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1899.

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"Plain Tales from the Hills" by Rudyard Kipling offers a vivid collection of short stories set in 19th-century British India. Through sharp wit and keen observation, Kipling portrays the complex lives of both British officials and Indian characters, exploring themes of social hierarchy, cultural clashes, and human folly. The tales blend humor, irony, and empathy, revealing the often humorous and poignant realities behind colonial life. With its rich storytelling and memorable characters, the book provides a captivating glimpse into the nuances of life in the hills of India during the British Raj. Plain Tales from the Hills is an unchanged, high-quality reprint of the original edition of 1899.