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The Seven Seas (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Rudyard Kipling

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Synopsis

Epic sea poems and bold ballads for readers who love ocean imagery and empire-tinged adventure.

This volume collects Rudyard Kipling’s sea‑faring verse and narrative pieces, ranging from martial songs to intimate portraits of sailors, explorers, and coastlines. Readers will encounter grand shores, stormy decks, and scenes of far‑flung ports that ripple with history and myth.

  • A sweeping panorama of the sea and empire through powerful, accessible verse.
  • Memorable songs and stories that center sailors, ships, and the lure of distant horizons.
  • Vivid imagery and rhythmic writing suited for fans of classic maritime poetry and Kipling’s distinctive voice.
  • Selections that blend travel, danger, humor, and reflection to create a rich, immersive reading experience.
Ideal for readers of Kipling’s poetry, maritime lore, and anyone drawn to language that turns the sea into a living character.

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About the Author

Geboren am 30.12.1865 als Sohn einer angloamerikanischen Familie in Bombay, gestorben am 18.01.1936 in London. Im Alter von zwei Jahren wurden er bereits nach England geschickt, dort erhielt er seine Ausbildung. Er kehrte 1882 nach Indien zurück und arbeitete dort als Journalist. Kipling erhielt für sein schriftstellerisches Werk 1907 den Nobelpreis für Literatur.

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