Podcast Cover

Stalky & Co.

Biographies 2.0
Episodes & Posts
Episodes
Posts

    Published in 1899, Stalky & Co. by Rudyard Kipling transports readers to an English boarding school nestled in the coastal town of Westward Ho!—a place notable not only for its...

    show more
    Published in 1899, Stalky & Co. by Rudyard Kipling transports readers to an English boarding school nestled in the coastal town of Westward Ho!—a place notable not only for its quirky name but also for its literary origins, inspired by Charles Kingsleys novel. This captivating collection of linked short stories follows the adventures of the titular character, Stalky, alongside his companions, exploring the complexities of adolescence. With Beetle, a character reminiscent of Kipling himself, and Stalky possibly based on Lionel Dunsterville, these tales delve into themes of bullying, violence, and the darker aspects of youth, challenging the idyllic portrayal often found in typical school stories. Edmund Wilsons critique in The Wound and the Bow reflects the profound impact of these narratives, which blend the macabre with the candid realities of growing up. Adapted by Tim Bulkeley from the Wikipedia entry.
    show less
    Contacts
    Information

    Looks like you don't have any active episode

    Browse Spreaker Catalogue to discover great new content

    Current

    Podcast Cover

    Looks like you don't have any episodes in your queue

    Browse Spreaker Catalogue to discover great new content

    Next Up

    Episode Cover Episode Cover

    It's so quiet here...

    Time to discover new episodes!

    Discover
    Your Library
    Search