Beast and Man in India

In «Beast and Man in India,» John Lockwood Kipling intricately weaves a narrative that explores the complex relationships between humans and animals within Indian culture. Employing a rich, descriptive literary style, Kipling delves into myths, folklore, and his firsthand observations to illuminate how animals symbolize various virtues and vices in society. The book serves not only as an exploration of zoology and anthropology but also as a cultural critique that contextualizes the coexistence of humanity and wildlife in the subcontinent, resonating with the themes of colonialism and identity prevalent in the... Sonra