Rudyard Kipling

Date of Birth: December 30, 1865

Zodiac Sign: Capricorn

Date of Death: January 18, 1936

Biography

Rudyard Kipling was a British author and poet, renowned for his works of fiction, including “The Jungle Book,” “Kim,” and the collections of poetry such as “Barrack-Room Ballads.” Born in British India, Kipling’s writing career began with his work as a journalist in India, which greatly influenced his literary portfolio. His stories often reflect themes of British imperialism and the complexities of life in British colonies. Kipling’s literary achievements were recognized with the Nobel Prize in Literature in 1907, making him the youngest recipient of the award at the time. His contributions to literature have left an indelible mark on both the literary world and popular culture.

5 Interesting Facts about Rudyard Kipling

1. Rudyard Kipling was the first English-language writer to receive the Nobel Prize in Literature.

2. The character of Mowgli from “The Jungle Book” is believed to be inspired by Kipling’s observations of Indian wildlife and folklore.

3. Kipling declined several honors during his lifetime, including the British Poet Laureateship and a knighthood.

4. Many of Kipling’s works have been adapted into films, including Disney’s animated and live-action versions of “The Jungle Book.”

5. He was a Freemason, initiated into the society at the age of 20.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Rudyard Kipling

1. “If you can keep your head when all about you are losing theirs and blaming it on you, you’ll be a Man, my son!”

2. “For the strength of the Pack is the Wolf, and the strength of the Wolf is the Pack.”

3. “Words are, of course, the most powerful drug used by mankind.”

4. “Gardens are not made by singing ‘Oh, how beautiful,’ and sitting in the shade.”

5. “The first condition of understanding a foreign country is to smell it.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

At the height of his career, Rudyard Kipling’s net worth was estimated to be around $5 million (adjusted for inflation).

Children

Rudyard Kipling had three children with his wife, Caroline Balestier Kipling: Josephine Kipling, Elsie Kipling, and John Kipling. Tragically, Josephine died at the age of six due to pneumonia, and John was killed in action during World War I.