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

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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.

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