An Almanac of Twelve Sports

In "An Almanac of Twelve Sports," Rudyard Kipling presents a spirited celebration of athletic pursuits through a series of lyrical poems that intertwine themes of camaraderie, competition, and cultural significance associated with the games. Each poem, marking a different sport, showcases Kipling's deft command of rhythm and imagery, invoking both the grandeur and trivialities of athletic life. Th...