The Jungle Book by Rudyard Kipling

277 pages first pub 1894 (editions)

fiction childrens classics adventurous medium-paced

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HarperCollins is proud to present its new range of best-loved, essential classics.'There is no harm in a man's cub.'Best known for the 'Mowgli' stories, Rudyard Kipling's The Jungle Book expertly interweaves myth, morals, adventure and powerful st...

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Community Reviews Summary of 4,464 reviews

Moods

adventurous 95%
lighthearted 38%
funny 21%
reflective 14%
emotional 12%
dark 10%
hopeful 10%
relaxing 10%
inspiring 8%
mysterious 7%
informative 6%
challenging 5%
tense 5%
sad 3%

Pace

medium 45%
slow 27%
fast 27%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 45% | Plot: 27% | Character: 23% | N/A: 3%

Strong character development?

No: 33% | Yes: 32% | It's complicated: 27% | N/A: 8%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 62% | It's complicated: 18% | No: 15% | N/A: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 63% | It's complicated: 15% | No: 12% | N/A: 8%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 47% | Yes: 26% | It's complicated: 18% | N/A: 7%

Average rating

3.53

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