Jim Corbett-he seems familiar.Isn't it? Yes! The famous Corbett national park in India is after his name. But, who was he? A hunter. No, Jim Corbett was one among the most famous nature lovers who killed animals only when they started causing harm to the mankind."The man eating leopard of Rudraprag" is a book that can excite anyone from any age. The tale revolves around a notorious leopard who was the cause for the massive terror and loss of approx. 125 lives during a long period of 8 years(1918-1926) in a wide spread area in the Garhwal region. The incidents that were faced by the local people and Corbett are clearly mentioned in this 164 pages book and are sure to grip your mind until you complete the book.The Epilogue of the book will leave its impression forever in your heart. Although Corbett had killed the leopard only for a good purpose, he shows great sympathy for the beast as it was just trying to survive by fulfilling its hunger. This book will be one of the most valued possessions for environment, nature and wildlife lovers as well as for those who are interested in reading books with good, descriptive and vivid style of writing.You'll find this quote behind the book saying-" Part of the power of Corbett's writing lies in the maddening faithfulness with which he recalls and recreates the smallest details of his hunts." This is true.
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