An Almanac of Twelve Sports by Rudyard Kipling
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"An Almanac of Twelve Sports" by Rudyard Kipling is a whimsical collection of verses focused on various sports, written during the late 19th century. This unique book blends poetry with themes of leisure and competition, exploring the nuances of twelve different sports through Kipling's characteristic wit and charm. The work reflects the cultural attitudes towards athletics and recreation prevalent in Victorian society. In this almanac, each month is dedicated to a different
sport, including hunting, fishing, cricket, and boxing. The poems describe the rituals, camaraderie, and philosophies associated with each activity, often highlighting the social aspects of sportsmanship and the stark realities faced by participants. With a playful tone, Kipling captures the essence of each sport, while also offering critiques and insights into the human condition and society at large. The concluding piece humorously juxtaposes the joys of sporting life against the practicalities of everyday expenses, bringing a cohesive and thoughtful end to the collection. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Illustrator | Nicholson, William, 1872-1949 |
|---|---|
| Author | Kipling, Rudyard, 1865-1936 |
| Title | An Almanac of Twelve Sports |
| Credits |
Produced by Chris Curnow, Joseph Cooper, Louise Pattison and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 74.1 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | NE: Fine Arts: Print media |
| LoC Class | PR: Language and Literatures: English literature |
| Subject | Sports in art |
| Subject | Sports -- Poetry |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 34113 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-34113-2 |
| Release Date | Oct 22, 2010 |
| Last Update | Jan 7, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 530 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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