Overview
""Two Years in the Jungle"" is a captivating memoir written by William Temple Hornaday, an American hunter and naturalist who spent two years exploring the wilds of India, Ceylon (now Sri Lanka), the Malay Peninsula, and Borneo. The book is a thrilling account of Hornaday's adventures in these exotic locations, where he hunted big game, studied the local flora and fauna, and interacted with the indigenous people.Throughout the book, Hornaday provides vivid descriptions of the landscapes, animals, and people he encountered, painting a vivid picture of life in the jungle. He writes about his encounters with tigers, elephants, rhinoceroses, and other wild animals, as well as his interactions with the local tribes and their customs.The book also offers a fascinating glimpse into the work of a naturalist, as Hornaday describes his efforts to collect specimens and document the wildlife of the region. He provides detailed descriptions of the various species he encountered, along with their habitats, behaviors, and ecological roles.Overall, ""Two Years in the Jungle"" is a thrilling and informative read that will appeal to anyone interested in adventure, wildlife, or the natural world. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to experience the thrill of exploring some of the world's most remote and exotic locations.""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.
- | Author: William Temple Hornaday
- | Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
- | Publication Date: Jan 17, 2007
- | Number of Pages: 540 pages
- | Binding: Paperback or Softback
- | ISBN-10: 1430460059
- | ISBN-13: 9781430460053
