The Mysterious World of Tigers: A Book of Discovery
Tigers prowl through India's forests as enigmatic creatures, their inner lives largely hidden despite generations of study. Valmik Thapar, who spent half a century observing these magnificent beasts in Ranthambore, peels back the veil on their secret world. By following individual tigers with unflinching attention, he reveals how these powerful animals navigate existence. We encounter Padmini as she nurses her cubs with fierce devotion; Genghis, ruthless and cunning in the hunt; Noon, driven by seasonal desire; and Broken Tooth, pursuing his romantic ambitions. Through these intimate portraits, Thapar illuminates the hidden grammar of tiger life: how youngsters master the art of killing, how they court their mates, the intricate dance of reproduction. His observations transform our understanding of India's national symbol from distant icon into a breathing, feeling presence. This is a work grounded in genuine field experience, offering fresh perspectives on behaviour that science has long struggled to understand.
- Author: Valmik Thapar
- Publisher: Aleph Book Company
- Genre: Pet Care & Training
- ISBN: 978-9365237245
- Pages: 128 pages