Autobiography of Matthew Scott, Jumbo's Keeper; Also Jumbo's Biography, by the…
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"Autobiography of Matthew Scott, Jumbo's Keeper; Also Jumbo's Biography" by Matthew Scott is a dual autobiography and biography written in the late 19th century. The book chronicles the life and career of Matthew Scott, who served as the keeper for Jumbo, the famous circus elephant, and delves into his experiences working with various animals at the Zoological Society’s Gardens in London. The likely topic of the book revolves around the unique bond
between Scott and Jumbo, highlighting their adventures and the intricacies of caring for exotic wildlife. In the narrative, Matthew Scott recounts his humble beginnings in England and the deep affection he developed for animals throughout his life. With a particular focus on his time with Jumbo, Scott shares numerous anecdotes illustrating the elephant's intelligence and charm. The book also explores the challenges of caring for exotic animals, including Scott's interactions with various creatures at the zoological gardens and his efforts to improve their living conditions. Noteworthy is the emotional depth of Scott's relationship with Jumbo, portraying the elephant as not just a spectacle but a beloved companion. The narrative touches on themes of friendship, dedication, and the joys and sorrows that come with working closely with nature's creatures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Scott, Matthew, 1834- |
|---|---|
| LoC No. | 06019613 |
| Title | Autobiography of Matthew Scott, Jumbo's Keeper; Also Jumbo's Biography, by the same Author |
| Credits |
Produced by Sean Davis, Cindy Beyer, Ross Cooling and the Online Project Gutenberg team with images provided by The Internet Archive-US. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 70.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QL: Science: Zoology |
| Subject | Jumbo (Elephant) |
| Subject | Scott, Matthew, 1834- |
| Subject | Animal trainers -- United States -- Biography |
| Subject | Elephants |
| Subject | Circus animals -- United States |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 48704 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-48704-5 |
| Release Date | Apr 14, 2015 |
| Last Update | Oct 24, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 493 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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