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The Rudyard Kipling Library

Rudyard Kipling

Step into a quiet corner of the Empire of Stories, where the lamp is lit and the pages turn at their own unhurried pace. This podcast offers full-length readings of Rudyard Kipling’s tales - of jungle law and soldier’s duty, of wandering men, sharp-eyed children, and the strange roads between East and West. Each episode is spoken clear and steady, as though by a fireside companion, carrying you through adventure, mischief, and moral alike. Come listen, traveller, and let the old words march again beneath the steady drum of a human voice.

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  • S23 · E1
    September 27 · 11 min

    The Brushwood Boy Part 1

    In which a young boy named Georgie blossoms from fearful nursery tales into a spirited dreamer, creating adventures by a brushwood pile and forging a friendship amid the wonders and illusions of Oxford. His journey carries him through the rigours of...

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  • S22 · E1
    September 26 · 29 min

    The Gardener and The Burden

    In which we witness the steadfast and open-hearted Helen Turrell’s devoted care for her nephew Michael, a boy marked by family shadows yet beloved beyond measure, whose life and sacrifice during the Great War ripple through the quiet English village...

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  • S20 · E1
    September 22 · 5 min

    France At War: On the Frontier of Civilization France (Introductory Poem)

    In which the enduring and intricate bond between ancient Gaul and Rome is traced through vivid reflections on shared trials, victories, and the relentless forging of character amidst strife and splendour. The narrative dwells on the mutual respect and...

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  • S19 · E31
    September 21 · 3 min

    The Seven Seas Poem 31 - Sestina of the Tramp-Royal

    In which a seasoned wanderer reflects upon a life spent roaming far and wide, embracing change and the ever-turning pages of experience with a hardy spirit and keen observation. Through varied toil and countless voyages, he finds a rugged joy in the...

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  • S19 · E30
    September 20 · 20 min

    The Seven Seas Poem 30 - The Mary Gloster

    In which a dying merchant prince pours out his life’s tale and legacy to his dissolute son, recounting the trials and triumphs of building a shipping empire from scratch, with loves lost and fortunes made on the high seas. The old man’s final wishes...

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  • S19 · E29
    September 20 · 4 min

    The Seven Seas Poem 29 - An American

    In which the American spirit is portrayed as a paradoxical and restless force, embodying both jest and earnestness, marked by a complex heritage and an ironic humour that shapes his fierce independence. Observed through Kipling's discerning eye, he...

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  • S19 · E28
    September 19 · 5 min

    The Seven Seas Poem 28 - The Three-Decker

    In which a grand three-decker ship, steered by a motley crew of hopeful and restless souls, embarks on a timeless voyage to a fabled refuge known as the Islands of the Blest. The poem conveys a wistful contrast between the old world of sail, rich with...

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  • S19 · E27
    September 19 · 6 min

    The Seven Seas Poem 27 - The Story of Ung

    In which a gifted artist named Ung carves images of his world into bone, capturing the creatures and men of his tribe with tender fidelity, yet finds his visions met with scepticism by those who cannot see beyond their own experience. Guided by the...

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  • S19 · E26
    September 18 · 11 min

    The Seven Seas Poem 26 - The Last Rhyme of True Thomas

    In which the elusive bard True Thomas is summoned to receive knighthood from the King, yet he reveals his allegiance lies with a realm unseen and a vow made deep beneath the earth; through his haunting harp, he conjures visions that stir the proud...

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  • S19 · E25
    September 18 · 5 min

    The Seven Seas Poem 25 - The Flowers

    In which the delicate charm of native flowers serves as a tender emblem of home and remembrance for those scattered across distant shores, weaving a quiet tapestry of longing and belonging amidst the varied landscapes of the British world. The verses...

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  • S19 · E24
    September 17 · 5 min

    The Seven Seas Poem 24 - To the True Romance

    In which a solemn and lyrical contemplation unfolds upon the elusive and august presence of a transcendent ideal—one that inspires courage, patience, and faith amid the tumult and strife of mortal endeavours. The speaker reflects on this radiant...

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  • S19 · E23
    September 17 · 2 min

    The Seven Seas Poem 23 - Hymn Before Action

    In which the air grows heavy with foreboding as nations marshal their forces upon tempestuous seas, invoking divine aid before the clash of legions and blades. A solemn hymn entwines plea and penitence, calling upon saint and God alike to temper...

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  • S19 · E22
    September 16 · 2 min

    The Seven Seas Poem 22 - The Sea-Wife

    In which the steadfast Sea-Wife by the Northern Gate sends forth her roving sons upon the uncertain seas, receiving in turn their tales of distant lands and perilous voyages. Through the shifting tides of fortune and fate, her hearth remains a haven...

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  • S19 · E21
    September 16 · 3 min

    The Seven Seas Poem 21 - Anchor Song

    In which the restless sea summons a weary vessel to cast off from familiar shores, bidding farewell to comforts left behind as she wrestles with the rising wind and the fading light. The rhythm of nautical duty and the promise of the deep stretch...

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