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The Jungle Book (Rudyard Kipling)

"The Jungle Book," written by Rudyard Kipling, is a collection of stories published in 1894, primarily centered around Mowgli, a young boy raised by wolves in the Indian jungle. The tales explore themes of nature, identity, and belonging as Mowgli navigates relationships with various animals, including the wise bear Baloo and the cunning tiger Shere Khan. Each story conveys moral lessons, reflecting human experiences through the lens of the animal kingdom. Kipling’s works highlight the complexities of life, survival, and the interplay between civilization and the wild.