Student Question
For which book did Rudyard Kipling receive the Nobel Prize?
Quick answer:
Rudyard Kipling received the Nobel Prize for Literature in 1907, recognized for his power of observation, imagination, and narration. Although no specific book was cited for the award, works like Traffics and Discoveries, The Jungle Book, Kim, and "If" may have contributed to his recognition, showcasing his diverse storytelling and poetic talents.
In 1907 Rudyard Kipling accepted the Nobel Prize for Literature. The prize motivation is thus stated:
In consideration of the power of observation, originality of imagination, virility of ideas and remarkable talent for narration, which characterize the creations of this world-famous author.
In 1904, Kipling wrote Traffics and Discoveries that combines Boer War stories, naval stories, a farce about early motoring, and some of Kipling's most psychologically interesting and controversial work. This book, combined with his renowned poetry, especially "If," his Jungle Book, Kim, Puck of Pook's Hill (1906) an innovative collection of poems and stories for children, may have been among the works considered for the awarding of the Nobel Prize to Rudyard Kipling.
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