Departmental Ditties and Barrack-Room Ballads

The hardcover is in good condition with some wear on the spine edges and corners. The binding remains tight, and the pages are clean, showing only slight age-related toning. There is no dust jacket present. The book is free from inscriptions, signatures, or library markings.

"Departmental Ditties and Barrack-Room Ballads" by Rudyard Kipling is part of The Works of Rudyard Kipling, Volume X, published by The World Syndicate Publishing Co. in Cleveland and New York. This specific edition, with its textured hardcover binding, lacks a visible publication year, making it a unique find for collectors of Kipling's works. The book combines Kipling's early poetic explorations with his well-known ballads, reflecting on British military life and colonial India. Kipling, a Nobel Prize-winning author, is celebrated for his vivid storytelling and rhythmic verse. This edition is particularly notable for its inclusion in a multi-volume set, offering a glimpse into the breadth of Kipling's literary contributions. The book is in good condition, with no dust jacket, and features a sturdy binding with decorative embossing.