Hunting the Elephant in Africa: And Other Recollections of Thirteen Years' Wanderings (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

C. H. Stigand

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0265514061 ISBN 13: 9780265514061

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

This book by an accomplished big game hunter who enjoyed a decades-long career through the grand era of African hunting, contains a wealth of detailed hunting stories, and insightful commentary on the subject. As he pursued dangerous game across the African continent, the author developed a deep understanding of elephant hunting, and a unique perspective on the controversies surrounding the practice. This book showcases his hard-earned knowledge alongside fascinating anecdotes from a time when hunting big game in Africa was an adventure of a lifetime. The author also discusses the changes he witnessed in hunting practices due to increased restrictions and the establishment of hunting licenses, as well as the changes to the African landscape and the challenges facing conservation. With its rich historical context, vivid descriptions of hunting expeditions, and nuanced perspectives on the ethics and practices of hunting, this book offers a valuable contribution to the history of big game hunting and an insightful glimpse into a period of significant transformation on the African continent.

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About the Author

In addition to his political accomplishments, Theodore Roosevelt (1858-1919), the twenty-sixth president of the United States, is known for his achievements as a naturalist, explorer, hunter, soldier, and author.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0265514061
• ISBN 13: 9780265514061
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 436