The Jim Corbett Omnibus Volume 1

“The Jim Corbett Omnibus Volume 1” is a collection of three books written by British-Indian hunter, conservationist, and author Jim Corbett. The collection includes “Man-Eaters of Kumaon”, “The Temple Tiger and More Man-Eaters of Kumaon”, and “The Man-Eating Leopard of Rudraprayag”.

The books are based on Corbett’s experiences hunting man-eating tigers and leopards in the Kumaon region of India during the early 20th century. Corbett’s writing is noted for its vivid descriptions of the landscape and wildlife of the region, as well as his deep empathy for the animals he hunted.

In “Man-Eaters of Kumaon”, Corbett describes his encounters with several man-eating tigers, including the notorious Champawat Tiger, which was responsible for the deaths of over 400 people. In “The Temple Tiger and More Man-Eaters of Kumaon”, he recounts his hunt for the man-eating tigers of the region’s temple ruins.

In “The Man-Eating Leopard of Rudraprayag”, Corbett shifts his focus to a man-eating leopard that terrorized the Rudraprayag district. The book provides a detailed account of Corbett’s hunt for the leopard, as well as his observations on the behavior and ecology of leopards.

The Jim Corbett Omnibus Volume 1 is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and culture of India, as well as for those interested in wildlife conservation and the hunting of big game. Corbett’s writing is engaging and informative, providing a vivid window into a bygone era of Indian history and culture.