Rudyard Kipling

Rudyard Kipling was a renowned English short story writer, poet, and novelist, celebrated for his imaginative storytelling and timeless works, including Just So Stories. He was born in Bombay (India) which enabled him to bring a unique cultural perspective to his writings.
In this adventurous tale, Cheyne’s son, Harvey, is miraculously rescued by a fishing schooner after being thrown overboard during a stormy sea journey. Overcome with relief and excitement upon receiving the telegram bearing this joyful news, Cheyne and his wife begin an extraordinary journey to reunite with their son. Cheyne spares no expense, arranging a private railcar, “Constance,” to cover the two thousand three hundred and fifty miles from San Diego to Chicago. With sixteen locomotives, sixteen engineers, and sixteen firemen, their journey becomes a race against time. What challenges will Mr. and Mrs. Cheyne face on their way? How will they cope with the uncertainties of such a long journey? Read this heartwarming story to experience the love and determination of parents striving to reach their son.

Contemporary Fiction

English

A Trip Across a Continent

Rudyard Kipling was an English author and poet born in Bombay, India. He is best known for his vivid storytelling and his ability to evoke the cultures and landscapes of the British Empire. His stories often depict the cultural aspects of India, as he spent his early life there. One of his most famous works is The Jungle Book, which features the character of Mowgli, who became one of the best-known figures in children’s literature and adaptations. Other notable works include Kim, The Just So Stories, and many others that earned him recognition as an innovator in the art of the short story.
In the given story, Kipling narrates in an engaging manner about a Camel who lived in the middle of a Howling Desert because he was very lazy and did not want to work. Whenever anyone tried to speak to him, he always responded with ‘Humph!’ However, one day a Djinn decided to visit the Camel after receiving complaints from the other animals. When the Djinn confronted the Camel, he was met with the same dismissive word, prompting the Djinn to seriously ponder the situation. What did the Djinn do to make the Camel realize his mistake? How did the Camel end up with his hump? Read this interesting story to find out.

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