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Kim
Book • 1901
The novel follows Kimball O'Hara, a white orphan boy living in British India, who becomes embroiled in the 'Great Game' of espionage while also being spiritually bound to a Tibetan Buddhist lama.
Kim navigates between his life as a spy and his role as the lama's disciple, traveling across India and encountering various cultures and characters.
The story explores themes of identity, imperialism, and spiritual quest, set against the vibrant backdrop of Indian society under British rule.
Kim navigates between his life as a spy and his role as the lama's disciple, traveling across India and encountering various cultures and characters.
The story explores themes of identity, imperialism, and spiritual quest, set against the vibrant backdrop of Indian society under British rule.
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