| Author |
Kipling, Rudyard, 1865-1936 |
| Title |
Soldiers Three - Part 2
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 79.7 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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| Contents |
"Love-o'women" -- The big drunk draf' -- The mutiny of the Mavericks -- The man who was -- Only a subaltern -- In the matter of a private -- The lost legion -- The drums of the fore and aft -- Judson and the Empire -- A conference of the powers.
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| Credits |
Produced by Bill Stoddard and David Widger
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| Summary |
"Soldiers Three - Part 2" by Rudyard Kipling is a collection of stories written during the late 19th century. This work delves into the lives of British soldiers in colonial India, exploring themes of camaraderie, duty, and the complexities of soldiering amid the backdrop of the British Empire. The narratives often focus on characters like Sergeant Mulvaney, Private Ortheris, and other interesting figures who navigate the challenges and absurdities of military life. The opening portion of the text presents a gripping narrative about a murder in the barracks, where Sergeant Raines shoots a corporal, Mackie, after a heated confrontation. The aftermath reveals the tension among the soldiers and sets in motion a trial that would scrutinize Raines' motives. The story unfolds through the perspective of a commentator who anticipates the complications of the trial while observing the reactions of other soldiers and the community. Notably, characters like Ortheris and Terence provide insights into military life, reflecting on camaraderie and the darker aspects of human behavior, namely revenge and regret, as they grapple with the consequences of violence and the burdens of duty. Through vivid descriptions and dialogues, Kipling offers readers a poignant exploration of the psychological toll that such incidents take on individuals amidst their allegiance to the Empire. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
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| Subject |
Soldiers -- Fiction
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| Subject |
Short stories, English
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
2227 |
| Release Date |
Jun 1, 2000 |
| Most Recently Updated |
Jan 27, 2021 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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