Release date is 2009-11-30

Biographical sketch -- Baa, Baa, Black Sheep -- Wee Willie Winkie -- The dove of Dacca -- The smoke upon your altar dies -- Recessional -- L'envoi -- The sing-song of Old Man Kangaroo -- Fuzzy-Wuzzy -- The English flag -- The king -- To the unknown goddess -- The galley slave -- The ship that found herself -- A trip across a continent -- The Children of the Zodiac -- The bridge builders -- The miracles -- Our Lady of the Snows -- The song of the women -- The White Man's burden.

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"Kipling Stories and Poems Every Child Should Know, Book II" by Rudyard Kipling is a collection of narratives and poems intended for children, likely compiled in the late 19th century. This anthology includes selections from Kipling's various works, celebrating the richness of storytelling and the art of poetry in a manner suitable for younger readers. The collection introduces characters and tales that revolve around familiar themes, allowing children to engage with morality and adventure in a playful and imaginative context. At the start of the book, readers are introduced to the character Punch and his interactions with his family and caregivers as they prepare for a journey that will take them away from their home in India. Punch, a cheeky and lively young boy, is eagerly anticipating the travels that lie ahead but also grapples with the bittersweet feelings of leaving behind his beloved ayah and friends. The narrative captures the innocence of childhood as Punch expresses his longing and excitement, while foreshadowing the challenges and adventures that will come with their new life. The opening sets the stage for a whimsical exploration of youth, familial love, and the poignant themes of separation and belonging, inviting readers to delve deeper into Kipling's charming prose and poetry. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

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