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African Elephant: Last Days of Eden
by: Norton, Boyd
Author/photographer Boyd Norton documents the plight of the African elephant--whose
population has been cut in half over the past decade--as well as the natural
history and grandeur of this endangered creature. Norton's very personal
account reveals the driving forces behind the increased slaughter of elephants
and includes interviews with people working to save the animals. 90 color
photographs. 127 pgs.
c.1991...H/C...$27.95
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Aliya: Stories of the Elephants of Sri Lanka
by: Teresa Cannon
This beautifully designed and photographed book will open your eyes to
the magnificence and fragile destiny of the elephants of Sri Lanka. See
them: Involved in human activities: for ten nights, just at dusk, drummers,
horn blowers, dancers, fire walkers and whip crackers accompany elaborately
adorned elephants in procession from the temple. In the wild: peering
into the dense scrub, we could just make outtheir grey bulk. Within seconds,
and in absolute silence, they vanished. 179 pgs.
c.1995...H/C...$39.95
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All About Elephants
Burger, Carl
Capture, training, myth & truth, future, show elephant, working elephant.
c. 1965, H/C...$37.00
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Among the Elephants
by: Douglas-Hamilton, Iain
A study of the elephants of East Africa. Either the elephant population
must be kept stable through a planned slaughter by those most concerned
with their survival, or the native Africans must be evicted from their
homes and farms to allow the herds to expand. Mr. Douglas-Hamilton wanted
to find the most acceptable solution. His task was to observe the elephants
in their natural habitat. He was succesful and provided valuable information
to ethologists and zoologists worldwide. Color photos. 284 pgs.
c. 1975, H/C...$19.95
Used, Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
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Among the Elephants
by: Douglas-Hamilton, Iain
A study of the elephants of East Africa. Either the elephant population
must be kept stable through a planned slaughter by those most concerned
with their survival, or the native Africans must be evicted from their
homes and farms to allow the herds to expand. Mr. Douglas-Hamilton wanted
to find the most acceptable solution. His task was to observe the elephants
in their natural habitat. He was succesful and provided valuable information
to ethologists and zoologists worldwide. Color photos. 284 pgs.
c. 1975, S/C...$12.95
Used, Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
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An Enchanment of Elephants
by: Gwathmey, Emily
Discusses the elephant in folklore & history - in the circus, comics,
as a patriotic symbol. Through songs and poems, postcards and paintings,
the author shows how the elephants became gods and Republicans, turned
pink and white, came to symbolize luck and longevity--and captured the
human imagination. Illustrations. 80 pgs.
c.1993...H/C...$20.00
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At Large
by: Ross, Gray
Factual story of the fugitive odyssey of Murray Hill and his elephants.
The story of why he gave up family, home, and security to go to extraordinary
lengths to fight the system and protect the gentle creatures he's devoted
to. 8 pages of photographs. 318 pgs.
c. 1992, H/C...$20.00
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Burmese Timber Elephant
Gale, U Toke
Accurate accounts of behavior, sexual life, training, capture of wild
elephants, training, medicine, & a chapter on the white elephant. Written
by a retired Burmese forester with many years of experience. B/W photos,
illustrations, graphs. 162 pgs.
c. 1974, H/C...$72.50
Used, Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: Like New
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Burmese Timber Elephant
Gale, U Toke
Accurate accounts of behavior, sexual life, training, capture of wild
elephants, training, medicine, & a chapter on the white elephant. Written
by a retired Burmese forester with many years of experience. B/W photos,
illustrations, graphs. 162 pgs.
c. 1974, S/C...$72.50
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Cowboy & His Elephant
by: MacPherson, Malcolm
A true story of a remarkable friendship. In the late 1980's an orphaned
elephant came into the life of Bob Norris, the Marlboro Man. The accomplished
horseman gradually coaxed the young elephant into overcoming her mistrust
of humans and her fear of the world. She became a beloved member of the
Norris family and a partner to the ranch hands. 240 pgs.
c. 2002, H/C...$23.95
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Cowboy & His Elephant
by: MacPherson, Malcolm
A true story of a remarkable friendship. In the late 1980's an orphaned
elephant came into the life of Bob Norris, the Marlboro Man. The accomplished
horseman gradually coaxed the young elephant into overcoming her mistrust
of humans and her fear of the world. She became a beloved member of the
Norris family and a partner to the ranch hands. 240 pgs.
c. 2002, S/C...$13.95
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Echo Of The Elephants: Story Of An Elephant Family
by: Moss, Cynthia
In January 1990, Amboseli Elephant Research Project founder Cynthia Moss
and wildlife photographer Martyn Colbeck set out to record 18 months in
the life of one elephant family in Amboseli National Park, Kenya. This
book describes their findings while offering, in words and pictures, fascinating
insights into elephant behavior. 70 full-color photos. 192 pgs.
c.1992...H/C...$30.00
Out-Of-Print, Quantities Limited
Condition: Brand New
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Elephant (Save Our Species)
by: Bailey, Jill
Story of the African elephant and the people who control its future.
c.1991...H/C...$9.95
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Elephant Memories
by: Moss, Cynthia
Thirteen years in the life of an elephant family in the Amboseli National
Park in Kenya. 336 pgs.
c. 1988, H/C...$22.95
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Elephant Who Walked to Manchester
by: Barnaby, David
True story of a man & an elephant (Maharajah) who walked through England
in the 1800's.
c.1988...S/C...$11.95
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Elephants & Other Land Giants (Wild Wild World Of Animals)
Time Life TV
Information on the African elephant, Asian elephant, hippo, giraffe, rhino,
big birds, and giant reptiles. Based on the television series, Wild Wild
World Of Animals. Color photos. 128 pgs.
c. 1977, H/C...$10.00
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Elephants: A Portrait Of The Animal World
by: Rue III, Leonard Lee
Species, feeding & breeding practices of Indian & African elephants. 80
pgs.
c.1994...H/C...$19.95
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Elephants: Gentle Giants Of Africa & Asia
by: Schneck, Marcus
Outstanding color photos by some of the finest and most daring photographers
introduce the reader to the nature, history, habitats, and various traits
of some of the world's most fascinating wild creatures. The complex social
rituals, physical characteristics of the subspecies, and details of each
animal's daily existence provide an absorbing commentary awesomely illustrated.
144 pgs.
c.1997...H/C...$24.95
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Elephants: Management Guidelines For The Welfare Of Zoo Animals
by: Federation Of Zoological Gardens
Taxonomy, morphology, physiology, longevity, ecology, diet, feeding behavior,
reproduction, behavior, elephants & man, general guidance on health &
welfare in captivity, the captive environment, feeding & nutrition, captive
breeding, population management, handling & training, staff training,
use of chains or shackles, voice control, use of ankus or hook, transportation,
medical management, Color photos, graphs. 163 pgs.
c. 2002, S/C, Spiral...$65.00
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Endangered Species: Elephants
by: Jackson, Peter
African Elephants, Full Analysis of the Anatomy, Life Cycle, Habitat,
senses and extraordinary Inteligence of the Largest Animal on Land.
c.1990...H/C...$25.00
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Eye Of The Elephant: An Epic Adventure in the African Wilderness
by: Owens, Mark & Delia
After being expelled from Botswana for writing their controversial bestseller
Cry of the Kalahari, Mark and Delia Owens set off on a journey across
Africa, searching for a new Eden. They found it in Zambia, but elephant
poachers soon had them fighting for their lives when they tried to stop
the slaughter. 16 pages of photos, half in color. 305 pgs.
c.1992...H/C...$22.95
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