Forty years among the wild animals of India: From Mysore to the Himalayas

This book "Forty Years Among the Wild Animals of India From Mysore to the Himalayas" is a memoir chronicling the author's extensive experiences with India's wildlife over four decades. Hicks, a British naturalist and hunter, provides firsthand accounts of his encounters with tigers, elephants, and other animals, detailing the diverse habitats from Mysore in the south to the Himalayan ranges. The book offers insights into wildlife behavior, hunting practices of the time, and the challenges of preserving India's rich biodiversity.