Departmental Ditties

Departmental Ditties
Author: Rudyard Kipling
Publisher: Nabu Press
Total Pages: 648
Release: 2013-12-08
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ISBN: 9781295381289
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This is a reproduction of a book published before 1923. This book may have occasional imperfections such as missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. that were either part of the original artifact, or were introduced by the scanning process. We believe this work is culturally important, and despite the imperfections, have elected to bring it back into print as part of our continuing commitment to the preservation of printed works worldwide. We appreciate your understanding of the imperfections in the preservation process, and hope you enjoy this valuable book. ++++ The below data was compiled from various identification fields in the bibliographic record of this title. This data is provided as an additional tool in helping to ensure edition identification: ++++ Departmental Ditties: Barrack-room Ballads And Other Verses. The Five Nations. The Seven Seas; Volume 2 Of The New World Edition Of The Works Of Rudyard Kipling; Rudyard Kipling Rudyard Kipling, Charles Wolcott Balestier Doubleday, Page, 1899

Departmental Ditties And Ballads And Barrack Room Ballads

Departmental Ditties And Ballads And Barrack Room Ballads
Author: Rudyard Kipling
Publisher: BoD – Books on Demand
Total Pages: 155
Release: 2024-01-02
Genre: History
ISBN: 9361151967
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The collection is split into two halves. "Departmental Ditties," the first section, is made up of satirical poems that parody the administrative and bureaucratic features of British colonial life in India, the country where Kipling spent a large portion of his formative years. This section's poetry frequently offers amusing perspectives into the daily life of colonial establishment figures such as soldiers and government officials. The narrative and lyrical poetry in the collection's second section, "Ballads and Barrack Room Ballads," depict the experiences of British army soldiers. These poems explore the friendships, struggles, and distinctive features of military life while combining pathos, humour, and astute observations of human nature. All things considered, Kipling's "Departmental Ditties and Ballads and Barrack Room Ballads" exhibits his wit, astute social commentary, and masterful ability to capture the myriad personalities and settings of late 19th-century British colonial and military life.