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Stalky & Co

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Stalky & Co

Fiction | Short Story | YA | Published in 1897

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Stalky & Co

Fiction | Short Story | YA | Published in 1897
Book Details
Pages

212

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Setting

Devon, England • 1890s

Publication Year

1897

Publisher

Dodo Press

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-15 years

Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Rudyard Kipling's Stalky & Co. offers a vivid portrayal of British boarding school life, praised for its humor and sharp social commentary. However, some critique its episodic structure and dated perspectives. The book's exploration of friendship and rebellion remains engaging, though modern readers may find its themes and language reflective of its time.

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Who Should Read Stalky & Co?

A reader who enjoys Stalky & Co by Rudyard Kipling would have an affinity for classic English literature and boys’ school tales. Fans of Tom Brown’s School Days by Thomas Hughes and The Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger may appreciate its humor, camaraderie, and insights into adolescent life.

Book Details
Pages

212

Format

Short Story • Fiction

Setting

Devon, England • 1890s

Publication Year

1897

Publisher

Dodo Press

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

12-15 years

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