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Rudyard Kipling

The Man Who Would Be King

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Rudyard Kipling

By: Rudyard Kipling
Narrated by: Richard Mitchley
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This rich, wonderfully written classic features two opportunists who venture into remote Central Asia with the intention of acquiring a country to rule. Their adventures meet with surprising initial success but then.....

This story is widely regarded as a masterpiece. Its combination of an excellently delivered tale interwoven with deeper speculations is outstanding. This story is read for you by Richard Mitchley who has worked in theatres throughout Britain as well as with the BBC and ITV and his own Mayfly Theatre company.

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well read by richard mitchley the whole story was good. the style of the writting was very good, i have had not other experiance of kiplings work but after this i will find more of his stuff

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Not much more I can say well read pace and timing was just enthralling presentation captivating a great story left me wanting more at the finish wanting to hear more about the characters Kipling a wonderful story teller !!

Brilliant , simply loved it ..

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