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Rudyard Kipling

1865–1936

1 series 18 books in order 15 standalone books

Rudyard Kipling (1865-1936) was a British author and poet born in Bombay, in British India. He is best known for his work of fiction The Jungle Book (1894). He is regarded as a major innovator in the art of the short story, and his children's books are enduring classics of children's literature.

Born
1865
Known for
Indian Railway Library

Series by Rudyard Kipling

Indian Railway Library

3 books in order · 1888

Standalone books

Frequently asked questions

How many books has Rudyard Kipling written?

We list 18 books by Rudyard Kipling across 1 series, published between 1888–1899 — each shown in full reading order.

What order should I read Rudyard Kipling's books?

Read each series in publication order. A good place to start is “The Phantom 'Rickshaw and other Eerie Tales.” Open any series above for its complete numbered reading order.

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