If things we write can be more than our intended meaning, then there is much of Biblical virtue in this little poem. Kipling may have had views of his time, but the things he some into the world will outlive us all.
The cancellation nonsense needs to end. It's like a toddler in the midst of a temper tantrum closing his eyes, thinking the things he's upset about will disappear. Kipling was a wonderful writer. Give him his due, people!
If things we write can be more than our intended meaning, then there is much of Biblical virtue in this little poem. Kipling may have had views of his time, but the things he some into the world will outlive us all.
The cancellation nonsense needs to end. It's like a toddler in the midst of a temper tantrum closing his eyes, thinking the things he's upset about will disappear. Kipling was a wonderful writer. Give him his due, people!
I wrote about Cancel Culture in this article, if you're interested in reading it.