Rudyard Kipling

Paper Summary:

The paper paints a picture of Kipling as one of the most controversial authors in modern times who was first admired and then shunned by critics. The paper describes Kipling's background and examines why he was the target of much criticism and then presents an interview with an English professor who is familiar with Kipling's work. The paper concludes that Kipling was able to write in many genres, many voices and to millions of people around the world and will be remembered by his fans as an author of classic literature regardless of his many critics.

Outline:
Introduction
Kipling's Life
Critics and Kipling
Discussion of Kipling's Works
Criticisms
Interview
Conclusion

From the Paper:

"Since the beginning of time authors of literature have used their works to convey thoughts, emotions, ideas and facts. Most authors choose whether they want to write fiction, non-fiction poetry or something else and they spend their writing career contributing to that area of literature, however, every once in awhile a writer comes along who is so talented that he or she can cross over into all areas of literature and succeed. Such was the case of well known author Rudyard Kipling. Kipling was a writer who knew no boundaries. His work in non-fiction was equaled by his work in fiction. His poems touched the hearts of millions even while he was busy working on a short story or a piece of non-fiction for others."

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