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Jumbo: This Being the True Story of 'The Greatest Elephant' in the World.
by Paul Chambers
- Used
- Very Good
- Paperback
- Condition
- Very Good
- ISBN 10
- 1586421506
- ISBN 13
- 9781586421502
- Seller
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Launceston, Tasmania, Australia
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About This Item
Steerforth., 2008. Softcover. Very Good. Jumbo: This Being the True Story of 'The Greatest Elephant' in the World (ISBN: 9781586421502): "Jumbo" is a captivating biography that chronicles the remarkable life of Jumbo the elephant, often considered the world's most famous circus animal. Author Paul Chambers delves into Jumbo's journey from his birth in Africa to his star-studded career as a beloved attraction in P.T. Barnum's circus. The book explores the cultural significance of Jumbo and the impact of his life on the world of entertainment and animal conservation. It sheds light on the complex relationship between humans and animals in the 19th century and the enduring legacy of this larger-than-life pachyderm. Crisp, clean, unread book with some shelfwear/edgewear. May have remainder marks, often with a black dot or similar mark, to the top or bottom edge of the book.
Synopsis
Includes bibliographical references (p. 209-210) and index.
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Details
- Bookseller
- Quixotic Books
(AU)
- Bookseller's Inventory #
- QB01514
- Title
- Jumbo: This Being the True Story of 'The Greatest Elephant' in the World.
- Author
- Paul Chambers
- Format/Binding
- Softcover
- Book Condition
- Used - Very Good
- Quantity Available
- 1
- Binding
- Paperback
- ISBN 10
- 1586421506
- ISBN 13
- 9781586421502
- Publisher
- Steerforth.
- Date Published
- 2008
- Keywords
- Non-fiction, Biography, Elephants, Animal History, Circus, Captivity, Animal Rights.
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About the Seller
Quixotic Books
Biblio member since 2023
Launceston, Tasmania
About Quixotic Books
Quixotic Books is an independent bookstore in Launceston (Tasmania). We specialize in titles difficult to find offered in Australia, with an emphasis on history. We also offer a Book Finder Service, where we track down books you cannot find.
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