Rudyard Kipling's Fiction

Explore the intricate world of Rudyard Kipling through the insightful lens of feminist psychoanalysis in Rudyard Kipling's Fiction by Lizzy Welby. Published by Edinburgh University Press in 2015, this compelling hardback examines Kipling's intricate relationship with India, where he spent his formative years, and the profound impact of maternal loss on his storytelling. With a focus on the theories of Julia Kristeva and Helene Cixous, Welby delves into the themes of the abjected maternal feminine, providing a fresh perspective on Kipling's complex characters and narratives. Spanning 256 pages, this book is essential for readers and scholars interested in feminist criticism and psychoanalytic interpretation of literary works. Gain a deeper understanding of one of Britain's most celebrated authors and the cultural contexts that shaped his writing.