The City of Dreadful Night by Rudyard Kipling

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Author Kipling, Rudyard, 1865-1936
Illustrator Farrand, Charles D.
Title The City of Dreadful Night
Contents A real live city -- The reflections of a savage -- The council of the gods -- On the banks of the Hugli -- With the Calcutta police -- The city of dreadful night -- Deeper and deeper still -- Concerning Lucia.
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Summary "The City of Dreadful Night" by Rudyard Kipling is a novel written in the late 19th century." The work focuses on the complex and often grim realities of Calcutta, inviting readers to explore its various layers, from its bustling life to its darker undercurrents. Through the eyes of an unnamed protagonist, Kipling offers a vivid commentary on the social dynamics, cultural clashes, and moral ambiguities of the city, aimed at both its colonial overseers and the local populace. "The opening of the work sets the scene in Calcutta, capturing the character's arrival and initial impressions as he reflects on the city's contrasting beauty and pervasive despair." The protagonist conveys a sense of lost heritage and isolation, reminiscing about the vibrancy and opportunities of London while acknowledging the grim realities of Calcutta, including its infamous odors and societal tensions. He grapples with the chaotic amalgamation of life and decay that defines the city, highlighting how the harsh environment influences both residency and the actions of its inhabitants. The sense of disillusionment is strong as the protagonist voices a desire for a more profound connection with Calcutta, even as the city's complexities serve as a backdrop rife with challenges. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class DS: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Asia
LoC Class PR: Language and Literatures: English literature
Subject Kolkata (India) -- Social life and customs
Category Text
EBook-No. 61834
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jan 24, 2021
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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