The Works of Rudyard Kipling (Wordsworth Poetry Library)

Discover the remarkable poetry of Rudyard Kipling in The Works of Rudyard Kipling, part of the Wordsworth Poetry Library series, featuring an introductory essay by George Orwell.

This collection includes all the poems from Kipling's Definitive Edition of 1940, showcasing the literary achievements of the celebrated British author and 1907 Nobel Prize winner in Literature.

Known for his distinctive rhythms, vivid storytelling, dramatic monologues, and memorable ballads, Kipling examines themes of duty, courage, war, empire, and human experience. His poetry reflects the complexities of his era while continuing to invite discussion and interpretation.

George Orwell's influential 1942 essay provides a thought-provoking critical examination of Kipling's writing, offering readers additional historical and literary context.

Ideal for poetry enthusiasts, students of English literature, and collectors of classic works, this edition brings together an extensive selection of Kipling's poetry and one of its most important critical assessments in a single volume.

Paperback, Very Good. Cover has some wear but the binding is tight and intact and the pages are clean with no markings