First published 2020
Deep in Central India's wilderness, a human child named Mowgli grows up among wolves who have accepted him as their own. The wolf pack protects him from Shere Khan, a menacing tiger who sees the boy as his rightful prey. Mowgli learns the ways of the jungle from his animal guardians, including Bagheera the wise panther and Baloo the easygoing bear. These unlikely mentors teach him survival skills and the laws that govern their world. As Mowgli navigates between his human nature and animal upbringing, he must face the constant threat of Shere Khan while discovering where he truly belongs. The collection also follows other jungle inhabitants, including Rikki-Tikki-Tavi, a brave mongoose who defends a family from deadly cobras, and Toomai, a boy who works alongside elephants. Each story explores the delicate balance between civilization and the wild, revealing how courage and loyalty transcend the boundaries between species.
Genres: fiction, animals, classic-literature, adventure, fantasy
Vibes: emotional, fast-paced, whimsical
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, found-family
Setting: Central India, The Jungle
Period: 19th-century, 20th-century
120 pages · Paperback · Independently published