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Musings of an Old Shikari
Hardcover
Adventurers & ExplorersHunting
ISBN13: 9781025853536
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 384
Weight: 1.57
Height: 0.88 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Musings of an Old Shikari is a captivating collection of hunting memoirs and reflections penned by Colonel A.I.R. Glasfurd, a seasoned veteran of the Indian wild. Drawing from decades of experience in the jungles and plains of British India, Glasfurd provides a vivid account of the life of a shikari, exploring the thrill of the chase and the deep respect for the natural world that often accompanies it.
The work delves into the technicalities and ethics of big-game hunting during the early 20th century, offering detailed narratives of encounters with tigers, leopards, and other formidable wildlife. Beyond the adrenaline of the hunt, Glasfurd shares profound observations on Indian topography, local customs, and the evolving landscape of conservation. His writing captures the atmosphere of a bygone era, blending adventure with philosophical musings on the relationship between man and the wild.
Written with the expertise of a true outdoorsman, Musings of an Old Shikari serves as both a historical document of colonial sporting life and a literary tribute to the wilderness of the Indian subcontinent. It remains an essential read for those interested in field sports, natural history, and the rich heritage of travel writing in South Asia.
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