The Jungle Books by Rudyard Kipling

448 pages first pub 1933 (editions)

fiction childrens classics fantasy adventurous medium-paced
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The story of Mowgli, the abandoned "man-cub" who is brought up by wolves in the jungles of Central India, is one of the greatest literary myths ever created. As he embarks on a series of thrilling escapades, Mowgli encounters such unforgettable cr...

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Community Reviews Summary of 3,132 reviews

Moods

adventurous 88%
lighthearted 45%
funny 20%
challenging 18%
emotional 15%
relaxing 13%
inspiring 10%
tense 10%
dark 8%
reflective 8%
hopeful 6%
sad 6%
mysterious 5%

Pace

medium 50%
slow 42%
fast 6%

Plot- or character-driven?

A mix: 42% | Character: 31% | Plot: 24% | N/A: 2%

Strong character development?

No: 44% | Yes: 42% | It's complicated: 8% | N/A: 4%

Loveable characters?

Yes: 69% | No: 15% | It's complicated: 10% | N/A: 4%

Diverse cast of characters?

Yes: 75% | It's complicated: 15% | No: 4% | N/A: 4%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

No: 40% | Yes: 30% | N/A: 19% | It's complicated: 9%

Average rating

3.68

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