The Incarnation of Krishna Mulvaney by Rudyard Kipling

Mulvaney, one of Kipling’s “Soldiers Three,” recounts how he impersonated a Hindu deity to calm a riot in a remote village. By cleverly playing into local beliefs, he averts bloodshed and saves lives. The plot is humorous and tense, balancing cultural critique with admiration for Mulvaney’s quick thinking. Kipling explores colonial tension, religion, and improvisation. A clever tale of theatrical diplomacy and cross-cultural performance.