Corbett, Jim
The Jim Corbett Omnibus - - Vol. 1
- ISBN 13:
- 9788129136572
- author:
- Corbett, Jim
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Rupa & Co
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2016
- Pages:
- 450
- Dimensions:
- 21.6 x 14 x 2.5 centimetres (0.5
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Anthologies, Fiction & Literature,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Jim Corbett's remarkable stories of tiger hunts are etched in the annals of Indian folklore. Operating largely alone, he would traverse the Indian hills and jungles, tracking his quarry using the faintest of trails, often putting himself at risk. As his conservation work progressed, he became a vocal advocate for the endangered royal Bengal tiger.
This comprehensive volume brings together some of Jim Corbett's most celebrated tales and short stories, including "The Man-eating Leopard of Rudraprayag" and "Man-eaters of Kumaon". Corbett's acute awareness of jungle sights and sounds shines through in these stories, which are also infused with vivid descriptions of village life.
For those interested in wildlife and the natural world, this collection offers a fascinating glimpse into the life of a pioneering conservationist and hunter. With its unique blend of adventure, observation, and insight, this book is a compelling read for anyone drawn to the natural world.
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