Discover the enchanting world of "Giants of the Monsoon Forest," a beautifully crafted narrative that explores the profound relationship between humans and elephants in the lush rainforests of India and Burma. In this compelling book, authored by Jacob Shell, readers are taken on a remarkable journey through vibrant jungle landscapes, where the formidable combination of human ingenuity and elephant strength has enabled the logging of otherwise inaccessible terrains. This enlightening account delves into the lives of intelligent elephants and the dedicated villagers who depend on them for survival, revealing a secret forest culture that has thrived for centuries.

With 288 pages filled with mesmerizing stories, "Giants of the Monsoon Forest" is perfect for anyone interested in animal intelligence, conservation, and the unbreakable bond between humans and elephants. Shell’s exploration not only highlights the wonders of these majestic animals but also offers critical insights into how we might protect these gentle giants and their habitats in the age of extinction. This brand-new volume, published in 2020 by W W Norton & Company, is an indispensable read for nature lovers, ecologists, and anyone passionate about preserving wilderness.

Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. ISBN: 9780393358445.

Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780393358445
Year: 2020
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Pages: 288


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For more than a thousand years, people in the rainforests of India and Burma have worked with elephants to log these otherwise impassable forests and move people and goods (often illicitly) under cover of the forest canopy. Jacob Shell takes us deep into this strange elephant country to explore the lives of these extraordinarily intelligent creatures and their relationship with humans.


Visiting tiny logging villages and forest camps, Shell describes fascinating characters, both elephant and human, and interweaves his account with the incredible history of this centuries-long alliance. Giants of the Monsoon Forest offers new perspective on animal intelligence and shows us how Asia's secret forest culture might offer a way to save elephants and protect our wilderness.