5C Rudyard Kipling with decorations by J. Lockwood Kipling. London: Macmillan and Co., 1895. Second Printing

Notes

The Second Jungle Book by Rudyard Kipling, published in 1895, is a sequel to The Jungle Book and continues the adventures of Mowgli along with other animal-centered tales. Like the first book, it mixes stories of human and animal characters, exploring themes of survival, morality, and the laws of the jungle. Some of the stories focus on Mowgli’s growth and challenges as he navigates the jungle and interacts with both humans and animals, while others, like “Rikki-Tikki-Tavi,” feature different animal protagonists, emphasizing courage, loyalty, and cleverness.

This second volume reinforced Kipling’s reputation for blending adventure, folklore, and moral lessons, and it remains a classic in children’s literature. Together with the first book, it cemented the enduring popularity of Mowgli and the rich, imaginative world of the Indian jungle, inspiring countless adaptations in animation, film, and theater over the years.

Description

Navy blue vellum hardcover with gilt illustration on the cover and gilt lettering on the spine. Gilt edges. Minor bumping to corners and fraying to top and bottom of the spine. Very fine copy.