{"product_id":"man-eaters-of-kumaon","title":"Man-Eaters of Kumaon","description":"\u003cp\u003eStep into the thrilling world of Jim Corbett's \"Man-Eaters of Kumaon,\" a gripping collection of ten true stories recounting his perilous encounters with man-eating tigers and leopards in the rugged Himalayan foothills of India. Corbett's meticulous accounts offer a rare glimpse into the behavior of these formidable big cats and the urgent human-wildlife conflicts that defined the early 20th century. This classic provides an authentic, first-hand perspective on tracking and hunting dangerous animals, while also offering historical insights into wildlife conservation and the delicate balance between humans and nature in colonial India.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhy You Should Read?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExperience authentic, first-hand accounts of tracking and hunting dangerous man-eating animals in the challenging terrain of the Himalayas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGain historical perspective on wildlife conservation and the intricate balance between humans and nature in colonial India.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngage with a master storyteller's blend of adventure, keen observation, and profound respect for the jungle and its inhabitants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures a special introduction by acclaimed author Ruskin Bond, adding further depth to this classic work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJim Corbett\u003c\/strong\u003e (1875-1955) was a British hunter, tracker, naturalist, and author who held a colonel's rank in the British Indian Army. He was frequently called upon by the government of the United Provinces to hunt and kill man-eating tigers and leopards in the Kumaon region. His deep understanding of the jungle and its creatures, combined with his exceptional tracking skills, made him a legendary figure. Corbett dedicated his later life to wildlife conservation and played a crucial role in establishing India's first national park, now known as Jim Corbett National Park.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rupa Publications","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44087626498301,"sku":"","price":312.0,"currency_code":"NPR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0484\/4145\/8840\/files\/2_e1e913ec-235b-4cd2-92df-5beb388ec74b.jpg?v=1694930715","url":"https:\/\/biblionepal.com\/fr\/products\/man-eaters-of-kumaon","provider":"BIBLIONEPAL","version":"1.0","type":"link"}