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Rudyard Kipling’s Barrack‑Room Ballads are among England’s most beloved poems, capturing the humor, hardship, and camaraderie of soldiers in the early 1900s. This Centenary Edition presents the collection in its full breadth, accompanied by a scholarly introduction and comprehensive textual notes from critic John Whitehead, former Indian Army officer. Whitehead explains contemporary expressions, allusions, and the military setting that give the ballads their lasting power. With its authoritative commentary and high‑quality reproduction, this edition is likely to remain the definitive resource for scholars and enthusiasts alike.
First publish date: 1995
Genre: Poetry/Narrative Poetry
Authors: Rudyard Kipling
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