Publisher's Synopsis
Among The Man-Eaters is a non-fiction book written by John Gaggin and originally published in 1900. The book is a thrilling account of Gaggin's experiences in the jungles of India, where he spent several years studying and hunting the infamous man-eating tigers that terrorized local villages. Gaggin's vivid descriptions of the landscape, wildlife, and people of India provide a fascinating backdrop to his stories of tracking and killing these dangerous predators. The book also includes detailed accounts of the methods Gaggin used to catch the man-eaters, as well as his thoughts on the ethics of hunting and the relationship between humans and wild animals. With its mix of adventure, natural history, and cultural commentary, Among The Man-Eaters is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of big-game hunting or the natural world of India.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.
