Plain Tales from the Hills


Leído por Mike Harris

(4.6 estrellas; 85 reseñas)

Plain Tales from the Hills is a collection of short stories by Rudyard Kipling, set against the backdrop of British India during the height of the Raj. Through a series of vivid narratives, Kipling captures the complexities of colonial life, exploring the interactions between British expatriates and the local populace.

Each tale offers a unique glimpse into the lives of soldiers, officials, and the diverse characters that populate the hills of India. With a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of human nature, Kipling weaves stories that reflect the tensions, humor, and challenges of life in a foreign land.

As a significant voice of his time, Kipling's work invites readers to consider the moral ambiguities of empire and the personal stories that unfold within its shadow. His narrative style, rich with local color and cultural insight, makes this collection a compelling exploration of a pivotal era in history.

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01 - Lispeth 10:51 Leído por Mike Harris
02 - Three And—An Extra 8:37 Leído por Mike Harris
03 - Thrown Away 16:51 Leído por Mike Harris
04 - Miss Youghal's Sais 11:22 Leído por Mike Harris
05 - Yoked With An Unbeliever 8:55 Leído por Mike Harris
06 - False Dawn 16:32 Leído por Mike Harris
07 - The Rescue Of Pluffles 10:57 Leído por Mike Harris
08 - Cupid's Arrows 10:02 Leído por Mike Harris
09 - His Chance In Life 11:59 Leído por Mike Harris
10 - Watches Of The Night 11:57 Leído por Mike Harris
11 - The Other Man 8:10 Leído por Mike Harris
12 - Consequences 11:16 Leído por Mike Harris
13 - The Conversion Of Aurelian Mcgoggin 11:12 Leído por Mike Harris
14 - A Germ Destroyer 10:50 Leído por Mike Harris
15 - Kidnapped 10:24 Leído por Mike Harris
16 - The Arrest Of Lieutenant Golightly 12:02 Leído por Mike Harris
17 - The House Of Suddhoo 18:27 Leído por Mike Harris
18 - His Wedded Wife 12:20 Leído por Mike Harris
19 - The Broken Link Handicapped 11:42 Leído por Mike Harris
20 - Beyond The Pale 13:17 Leído por Mike Harris
21 - In Error 8:39 Leído por Mike Harris
22 - A Bank Fraud 14:00 Leído por Mike Harris
23 - Tod's Amendment 12:32 Leído por Mike Harris
24 - In The Pride Of His Youth 13:10 Leído por Mike Harris
25 - Pig 14:38 Leído por Mike Harris
26 - The Rout Of The White Hussars 20:25 Leído por Mike Harris
27 - The Bronckhorst Divorce-Case 11:13 Leído por Mike Harris
28 - Venus Annodomini 9:31 Leído por Mike Harris
29 - The Bisara Of Pooree 11:26 Leído por Mike Harris
30 - The Gate Of A Hundred Sorrows 13:30 Leído por Mike Harris
31 - The Story Of Muhammad Din 7:23 Leído por Mike Harris
32 - On The Strength Of A Likeness 11:35 Leído por Mike Harris
33 - Wressley Of The Foreign Office 11:00 Leído por Mike Harris
34 - By Word Of Mouth 9:34 Leído por Mike Harris
35 - To Be Held For Reference 17:38 Leído por Mike Harris

Reseñas

INTERESTING COLLECTION


(4.5 estrellas)

I can only surmise that most of these vignettes are based on actual happenings in the realm of the Raj, told with great skill by Kipling. In many of them we see a satirical strain ( not as bitter as Swift's satire) concerning the government of the Raj. Underlying the entire collection I note a sadness based on what life in service to the Raj does to most native Britons. I truly enjoyed most of the storirs, off-beat as they were. Mike Harris does one of his best readings .

worth listening to


(4 estrellas)

I've always enjoyed Kipling's works, and this one no less for the style of writing. But many of the stories have what may be termed, a 'sad' or tragic ending. shattered hopes, shattered dreams, and broken deaths. some, though, are simply that- stories, with no significant ending. a few though, are pleasent, even amusing, and it is worth listening to the whole collection if only to hear those.

Excellent


(5 estrellas)

I enjoyed every anecdote, every tale, in this collection. There was sympathy, empathy, and a humanness in the description of character and events. The only small weakness I felt was the writer's portraiture of children...but there were on,y two children in the tales.

Timeless tales


(5 estrellas)

This book is about human aspiration and falability not just a collection of stories set in colonial India.

A little gem


(4 estrellas)

Another wonderful time machine from a different universe.


(5 estrellas)

Intriguing stories and I could listen to this narrator for hours

Plain Tales from the Hills


(5 estrellas)

Well read, fun listen - thanks!

Plain Tales from the Hills


(4.5 estrellas)

Storytelling at its Best!!!