In the House of Suddhoo
In the House of Suddhoo follows a young man who visits his uncle's home in India and uncovers a peculiar family secret that challenges his understanding of tradition and identity. As he navigates the complexities of his family's past, he confronts deep-rooted beliefs and learns valuable lessons about trust and self-discovery.
By Rudyard Kipling · First published 1909 · Genre: Adventure Fiction, Mystery, Historical Fiction · 3,017 words
First lines
A stone's throw out on either hand From that well-ordered road we tread, And all the world is wild and strange; _Churel_ and ghoul and _Djinn_ and sprite Shall bear us company to-night, For we have reached the Oldest Land Wherein the Powers of Darkness range. - From the Dusk to the Dawn.
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In the House of Suddhoo is listed on Textopian as a short story by Rudyard Kipling, dated 1909 CE.
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- Work type: Short story
- Author: Rudyard Kipling
- Date: 1909 CE
- Language: English
- Genres: Adventure Fiction, Mystery, Historical Fiction, Romance
- Length: 3,017 words
- Structure: 1 section, 21 paragraphs
- Reading fit: Easy (6th Grade)
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Genres
- Adventure Fiction — The book follows the protagonist's journey to the mysterious House of Suddhoo, which is full of adventure and danger.
- Mystery — The protagonist is on a mission to uncover the secrets of the House of Suddhoo, which is full of mystery and intrigue.
- Historical Fiction — The book is set in India during the British Raj, and the story is heavily influenced by the culture and history of the time period.
- Romance — The protagonist falls in love with a mysterious woman during his journey, and the story follows their romantic relationship.
Tags
adventure · colonialism · India · humor · cultural clash · narrative · satire · exploration · society · tradition · family · Kipling