The Wild Elephant: And the Method of Capturing and Taming It in Ceylon (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

J. Emerson Tennent

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0266323006 ISBN 13: 9780266323006

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

Explore the world of elephants in their wild and captive lives, told with careful observation and historical context.

This nonfiction work surveys how elephants were seen, captured, and trained in Ceylon and beyond, blending science, method, and anecdote to illuminate a remarkable animal.

In accessible prose, it traces anatomy, senses, and behavior while recounting practical methods of handling and managing these powerful creatures. The narration moves from traditional corrals and hunting practices to the trained roles elephants played for rulers and traders, offering a window into both natural history and human enterprise.

• Discover how elephants were studied, compared across regions, and described by early naturalists.
• Learn about the methods of capture, corral work, and training that shaped their use in history.
• Get a grounded look at anatomy, physiology, and the elephant’s notable senses and abilities.
• Encounter historical perspectives on species questions and regional differences.

Ideal for readers of natural history and historical exploration of wildlife in colonial settings.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0266323006
• ISBN 13: 9780266323006
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 226