ISBN: 9781025534329 - the complete stalky & co. (6 risultati)

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Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - 'The Complete Stalky & Co.' is a seminal collection of stories by Rudyard Kipling that chronicles the mischievous and clever exploits of three boys-Stalky, M'Turk, and Beetle-at a British boarding school. Set in the late nineteenth century at the United Services College, these tales depart from the traditional moralizing Victorian school story, instead offering a gritty, humorous, and unsentimental look at adolescence.The trio operates as a tight-knit unit, using their wits to outsmart both overbearing masters and bullying peers. Beyond the immediate pranks and academic dodges, the narrative explores deeper themes of loyalty, leadership, and the unconventional education required for future service in the British Empire. This definitive collection brings together the full range of Kipling's stories about the trio, showcasing his sharp dialogue and keen observation of social dynamics.Readers will find a spirited defense of individuality and a vivid portrayal of the bond between young men as they navigate the complexities of authority and the transition into adulthood. 'The Complete Stalky & Co.' remains a cornerstone of English literature, celebrated for its unique perspective on the schoolboy experience and its lasting influence on the genre.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.…

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. "The Complete Stalky & Co." is a seminal collection of stories by Rudyard Kipling that chronicles the mischievous and clever exploits of three boys-Stalky, M'Turk, and Beetle-at a British boarding school. Set in the late nineteenth century at the United Services College, these tales depart from the traditional moralizing Victorian school story, instead offering a gritty, humorous, and unsentimental look at adolescence.The trio operates as a tight-knit unit, using their wits to outsmart both overbearing masters and bullying peers. Beyond the immediate pranks and academic dodges, the narrative explores deeper themes of loyalty, leadership, and the unconventional education required for future service in the British Empire. This definitive collection brings together the full range of Kipling's stories about the trio, showcasing his sharp dialogue and keen observation of social dynamics.Readers will find a spirited defense of individuality and a vivid portrayal of the bond between young men as they navigate the complexities of authority and the transition into adulthood. "The Complete Stalky & Co." remains a cornerstone of English literature, celebrated for its unique perspective on the schoolboy experience and its lasting influence on the genre.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

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Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. "The Complete Stalky & Co." is a seminal collection of stories by Rudyard Kipling that chronicles the mischievous and clever exploits of three boys-Stalky, M'Turk, and Beetle-at a British boarding school. Set in the late nineteenth century at the United Services College, these tales depart from the traditional moralizing Victorian school story, instead offering a gritty, humorous, and unsentimental look at adolescence.The trio operates as a tight-knit unit, using their wits to outsmart both overbearing masters and bullying peers. Beyond the immediate pranks and academic dodges, the narrative explores deeper themes of loyalty, leadership, and the unconventional education required for future service in the British Empire. This definitive collection brings together the full range of Kipling's stories about the trio, showcasing his sharp dialogue and keen observation of social dynamics.Readers will find a spirited defense of individuality and a vivid portrayal of the bond between young men as they navigate the complexities of authority and the transition into adulthood. "The Complete Stalky & Co." remains a cornerstone of English literature, celebrated for its unique perspective on the schoolboy experience and its lasting influence on the genre.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…