The Second Jungle Book

By Rudyard Kipling

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

A boy caught between two worlds must use his unique understanding of both the jungle and human society to survive a deadly drought and the conflicts it brings.

Genres

Children & Young Adult Reading Literature Fiction

Released

1999-10-01

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Summary

"The Second Jungle Book" by Rudyard Kipling is a follow-up compilation of kid-friendly tales penned in the late 1800s, continuing the legacy of "The Jungle Book". The story follows Mowgli, now older, navigating the difficulties of living in both the jungle and the human world, touching on ideas of fitting in, who someone is, and the rules of nature. It starts with a tough drought in the jungle, where Mowgli teams up with his animal buddies, Baloo and Bagheera, watching as animals fight to survive. This shows how closely animals and humans are connected, especially with Mowgli's mixed identity, hinting at bigger problems where nature and humans clash.