The Man Who Would Be King and Other Stories

This collection features 17 early stories by Kipling, written during his time as a journalist in India between 1885 and 1888. Among the stories is the notable "The Man Who Would Be King," which follows two British adventurers attempting to establish a kingdom among Afghan tribesmen. The anthology also includes tales such as "The Phantom Rickshaw," "Baa Baa, Black Sheep," and others that showcase Kipling's storytelling range during this formative period.