Soldiers Three

"Soldiers Three" by Rudyard Kipling is a set of stories that show what life was like for British soldiers in India in the late 1800s. The book focuses on three soldiers—Mulvaney, Learoyd, and Ortheris—and their adventures. Kipling uses both funny and serious moments to look at ideas like friendship, duty, and how complicated being a soldier can be. The book starts at a party where the soldiers are having fun, especially Mulvaney, who is supposed to be on guard but gets caught up in the excitement. He jokes around with Ortheris, and they share stories, which shows how close they are. These early stories give a taste of what it's like to be a soldier, highlighting the fun and trouble they get into, and hint at more stories about their challenges and adventures. The way Kipling tells the stories is full of humor and gives you a look into the culture, showing what it was like for these soldiers living so far from home.