Wild Beasts And Their Ways

By Samuel White Baker

Book Overview

Wild Beasts And Their Ways is a book written by Samuel W. Baker that provides a comprehensive look at the behavior and habits of various wild animals. The book is divided into chapters, each of which focuses on a different species of animal, including lions, tigers, elephants, and gorillas. Baker draws on his own experiences as a big game hunter and explorer to provide detailed descriptions of the animals' physical characteristics, behavior, and natural habitats. He also includes anecdotes and stories from other hunters and explorers to provide a broader perspective on each animal. In addition to describing the animals themselves, Baker also explores the ways in which humans have interacted with them throughout history, from ancient times to the present day. The book is richly illustrated with black and white drawings and photographs, making it a visually stunning and informative resource for anyone interested in the natural world.Few persons are aware of the extreme quickness with which an elephant can kick, and the great height that can be reached by this mischievous use of the hind foot. I have frequently seen an elephant kick as sharp as a small pony, and the effect of a blow from so ponderous a mass propelled with extreme velocity may be imagined. This is a peculiar action, as the elephant is devoid of hocks, and it uses the knees of the hind legs in a similar manner to those of a human being.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1419194097
• ISBN13: 9781419194092
• Release Date: June 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 0.94 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 7.6" x 9.2"