The Man Who Would Be King by Rudyard Kipling

The Man Who Would Be King

Rudyard Kipling

32 pages first pub 1888 (editions)

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The Man Who Would Be King by Rudyard Kipling is a gripping and absorbing tale that will captivate readers who crave adventurous and humorous stories with a rich exploration of the complexities of imperialism, making it a perfect fit for those who enjoy literary fiction with a sense of swashbuckling bravado and philosophical depth.

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"Brother to a Prince and fellow to a beggar if he be found worthy."The Law, as quoted, lays down a fair conduct of life, and one not easy to follow. I have been fellow to a beggar again and again under circumstances which prevented either of us fi...

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Community Reviews Summary of 890 reviews

Moods

adventurous 89%
dark 37%
challenging 27%
tense 20%
funny 13%
reflective 13%
sad 13%
emotional 10%
mysterious 10%
hopeful 6%
informative 3%
inspiring 3%
lighthearted 3%
relaxing 3%

Pace

medium 57%
fast 30%
slow 11%

Plot- or character-driven?

Plot: 50% | A mix: 31% | Character: 18%

Strong character development?

No: 45% | It's complicated: 25% | Yes: 20% | N/A: 10%

Loveable characters?

No: 66% | Yes: 19% | It's complicated: 9% | N/A: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 45% | Yes: 30% | It's complicated: 15% | N/A: 10%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 66% | It's complicated: 14% | No: 9% | N/A: 9%

Average rating

3.25

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