Triumph and Disaster: The Life of Rudyard Kipling

Triumph and Disaster: The Life of Rudyard Kip...

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Higgins: The Louisiana Boat Builder Who Won World War II

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Rudyard Kipling: A Life of Imagination and Adventure
Bedtime History: Inspirational Stories for Kids and Families

Step into the fascinating world of Rudyard Kipling from his childhood in India to becoming one of the most celebrated writers of the 20th century. Kipling's journey is filled with adventure, inspiration, and timeless tales such as 'The Jungle Book' and 'Kim'. Get ready for a whir ...  عرض المزيد

Rudyard Kipling
In Our Time: Culture

Melvyn Bragg and his guests discuss the life and work of Rudyard Kipling. Born in Bombay in 1865, Kipling has been described as the poet of Empire, celebrated for fictional works including Kim and The Jungle Book. Today his poem 'If--' remains one of the best known in the English ...  عرض المزيد

CLASSIC: Roald Dahl: Children's Author and Secret Agent
Ridiculous History

Today author Roald Dahl is best-known for his prolific writing career -- but, as it turns out, he lived an entirely different life before he ever put pen to paper to create children's stories. Learn more about Roald Dahl's earlier life as a fighter ace, a legendary ladies man, an ...  عرض المزيد

Feral Children and the True Story Behind The Jungle Book
Ridiculous History

What inspired Rudyard Kipling to write The Jungle Book? Join the guys as they explore the real-life, tragic stories of feral children abandoned by their human parents, adopted by animals and raised in the wild. Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork. ...  عرض المزيد