A Hunters Life Among Lions, Elephants And Other Wild Animals Of South Africa (1860) - Roualeyn Gordon Cumming - Bog

""A Hunter's Life Among Lions, Elephants And Other Wild Animals Of South Africa"" is a memoir written by Roualeyn Gordon Cumming, originally published in 1860. The book chronicles Cumming's experiences as a big game hunter in South Africa during the mid-19th century. Cumming provides vivid descriptions of his encounters with various animals, including lions, elephants, rhinoceroses, and buffaloes. He also details the methods he used to hunt these animals, including the use of guns, traps, and dogs. Throughout the book, Cumming provides insights into the local culture and customs of the African tribes he encounters, as well as his own personal experiences living in the wilderness for extended periods of time. The book is notable for its detailed descriptions of the African landscape and wildlife, as well as for its portrayal of the colonial attitudes prevalent at the time. It is considered a classic work of hunting literature and remains popular among enthusiasts of the genre.Two Volumes In One.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.