The Kipling, Rudyard 1865-1936 creator text utu 2000 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "The Day's Work - Part 1" by Rudyard Kipling is a collection of short stories that reflects the complexities of life, work, and morality, likely written during the late 19th century. The opening tale, "The Bridge-Builders," centers on the character Findlayson, a dedicated engineer responsible for the construction of a significant railway bridge over the Ganges River. The narrative explores the trials faced by Findlayson and his assistant, Hitchcock, as they navigate physical challenges, bureaucratic issues, and personal sacrifices to see their project completed against the odds. The beginning of the book introduces readers to the bustling scene of the bridge construction, highlighting the dedication of Findlayson and the teamwork required to overcome various adversities. Through vivid descriptions, the challenges of weather, disease, and the dangers of engineering work are brought to life as Findlayson reflects on the bridge—their work—for which he seeks validation and pride. As the river rises with ominous floods threatening the integrity of the partially completed structure, tension builds, illustrating the stakes involved not just for the men working on the bridge but also for the communities that depend on it. The intricate web of human emotion, responsibility, and the omnipresence of nature's forces sets the stage for a reflective exploration of labor and ambition in Kipling's tale. (This is an automatically generated summary.) The bridge-builders -- A walking delegate -- The ship that found herself -- The tomb of his ancestors -- The devil and the deep sea -- William the Conqueror -- The son of his father. Wikipedia page about this book: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Day%27s_Work Contains one story (The son of his father) not included in The Day's Work, #2569. Release date is 2000-04-01 This Project Gutenberg Etext was prepared by Bill Stoddard Original publication data not identified Manners and customs -- Fiction Short stories, English PR Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/2138 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/2138 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133054.0 2138