9781333045135 - The Fall of Ulysses: An Elephant Story (Classic Reprint) de Willard, Charles Dwight (4 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

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Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. Delve into an enthralling narrative that chronicles the tumultuous relationship between an eccentric gentleman and his prodigious elephant, Ulysses. This memoir offers a unique perspective on the nature of intelligence, communication, and the transformative power of education. The author meticulously details his struggles to train Ulysses, highlighting the challenges of bridging the communication gap between humans and animals. Through a series of poignant anecdotes, the author explores themes of mastery, arrogance, and the pursuit of knowledge against the backdrop of the British colonial era in India. The author's witty and self-effacing observations illuminate the process of learning and the intricate relationship between teacher and student. This book not only delves into the complexities of elephant cognition but also offers a profound exploration of the human desire for connection and understanding. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.

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