Matthew Scott

eBook, ePUB

Autobiography of Matthew Scott, Jumbo's Keeper; Also Jumbo's Biography, by the same Author (eBook, ePUB)

Beschreibung

Autobiography of Matthew Scott, Jumbo's Keeper includes a short autobiography of the author, who worked for the Zoological Society in London and was caretaker for the elephant Jumbo, and a biography of Jumbo the elephant.

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Autor

Matthew Scott, an author and elephant keeper of significant historical interest, is known primarily for his work 'Autobiography of Matthew Scott, Jumbo's Keeper; Also Jumbo's Biography.' The book recounts not only his own life but also the life of Jumbo, the famed Victorian-era elephant who captivated audiences both in the London Zoo and with P.T. Barnum's circus. Scott's literary contribution offers an intimate look at animal care in the late 19th century and provides a unique insight into his relationship with Jumbo, emphasizing the depth of their bond. His writing style combines a personal narrative with observational accounts, which has generated interest among those studying the cultural history of human-animal interactions. His autobiography is both a poignant personal history and a valuable resource for understanding the complexities of animal exhibition during a transformative period in public entertainment. His firsthand experiences, documented in the pages of his book, serve as an important testament to the life of one of the most celebrated animals in show business history and contribute to the scholarly discourse on the ethics and emotional connections involved in the captivity of large animals.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: e-artnow
• Seitenzahl: 32
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. November 2023
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 4066339559875
• Artikelnr.: 69545065