Book details
The Phantom Rickshaw
Description
Excerpt from The Phantom Rickshaw He was in a high fever while he was writ ing, and the blood-and - thunder Magazine dic tion he adopted did not calm him. Two months afterward he was reported fit for duty, but, in spite of the fact that he was urgently needed to help an undermanned Commission stagger through a deficit, he preferred to die; vowing at the last that he was hag - ridden. I got his manuscript before he died, and this is his version of the affair, dated 1885. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.
Age
12-15
Text complexity
proficient
Length
224 pages
Why to read
- Classic Literature: 'The Phantom Rickshaw' is a work by Rudyard Kipling, a Nobel Prize-winning author. Reading this book connects you with classic literature and the rich literary heritage of the late 19th century.
- Supernatural Elements: The story is a compelling tale that blends the supernatural with the psychological, offering readers a fascinating glimpse into the ghostly and the unexplained, which can be both thrilling and thought-provoking.
- Insight into Colonial India: Kipling's work often reflects the complexities of life in British India. 'The Phantom Rickshaw' provides a historical context and insight into the societal norms and cultural dynamics of the colonial era.
- Study of Human Nature: The novella explores themes of guilt, obsession, and the consequences of one's actions, making it a profound study of human nature and the psyche. It prompts readers to reflect on their own experiences and beliefs.