Autobiography Of Matthew Scott, Jumbo's Keeper

The Autobiography of Matthew Scott, Jumbo's Keeper: Also Jumbo's Biography is a book written by Matthew Scott in 1885. It is a memoir that chronicles Scott's experiences as the keeper of Jumbo the elephant, one of the most famous circus animals of the 19th century. The book provides a detailed account of Jumbo's life, from his capture in Africa to his arrival in Europe and his eventual death in a train accident. Scott also shares his own personal story, describing his journey from a young boy in Scotland to his career as a circus animal keeper. The book offers a unique perspective on the relationship between humans and animals, as well as the history of the circus in the late 1800s. It is a fascinating read for anyone interested in animal welfare, circus history, or the life of Jumbo the elephant.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.