Excerpt from The Training of Wild Animals
In my earlier years, I didn't, I fear, alto gether appreciate the good fortune Of this companionship; but later, when maturity and re?ection illumined my way, I was duly grate ful for these friends, and, from being fond Of but some, gradually grew to love all. Recog nizing as I did with my broadening life the limitations Of their knowledge Of us, I learned not to blame the slow or the rebellious.
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Frank C. Bostock Frontispiece Mr. Bostock and his eight lions 9H erman Weedon and his group of lions, tiger, brown, Tibet, and sloth bears, Silesian boarhounds, and hyena 20 The towering of the kings 26 The Three Graces 35 Denver and Cassar 41 Mile. Aurora and her polar bears 48 Lion monarchs in infancy 57 Brandu, the snake-charmer 64 M. Johnson and his trained elephant 70 The old arm-chair 79 Madame Pianka 85 From a photograph by Chickering Mr. Charles Miller and his Bengal tigers 95 Queer friends camel, lionesses, and dromedary ..
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the fascinating world of wild animal training, offering a unique perspective from a man who grew up surrounded by lions, tigers, and other exotic creatures. The author, a third-generation animal trainer, traces the history of the profession from its humble beginnings as a traveling exhibition to its evolution into a complex art form. While acknowledging the inherent dangers of this profession, the author emphasizes the importance of kindness and patience in training wild animals. He describes his own experiences and challenges, including the daring rescue of a lion that had escaped into the sewers of Birmingham, England. Through vivid anecdotes and detailed accounts of animal behavior, the book reveals the surprising intelligence and individuality of these creatures, while also exploring the delicate balance between the wild instincts of animals and the remarkable power of human understanding. This book provides a captivating glimpse into a world rarely seen, offering a thoughtful examination of the ethics, challenges, and rewards of a profession that combines skill, bravery, and an unwavering respect for nature. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781440092985_0
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