JustSo Stories - Puffin Classics Author:Rudyard Kipling One of the world's greatest storytellers weaves together an unforgettable collection of animal tales, including how the camel got its hump, how the leopard got its spots, and how even a butterfly stamping his leg can change a man's life. — Initially written for his own "best beloved," Just So Stories was published in 1902... more ». It has been a favorite for the past century and is certain to be cherished by generations to come.