The Memoirs Of A White Elephant

The Memoirs of a White Elephant is a book written by Judith Gautier. The book is a fictional story that revolves around the life of a white elephant named Rajah. The story is set in India during the British colonial period. The book is written from the perspective of Rajah, who is captured and taken to France as a gift for the French king.The book starts with Rajah's life in the jungle with his herd. He describes his daily routine, his interactions with other animals, and his love for his mother. However, his peaceful life is disrupted when he is captured by hunters and sold to the British.Rajah is then taken to France, where he becomes a gift for the French king. He describes his life in the palace, his interactions with the other animals, and his relationship with his caretaker, a young girl named Marie. Rajah also shares his thoughts on the politics of the time and the treatment of animals.Throughout the book, Rajah reflects on his life and the lessons he has learned. He shares his wisdom with Marie and the other animals, and he becomes a symbol of hope and freedom for them.The Memoirs of a White Elephant is a heartwarming story that explores themes of freedom, friendship, and the treatment of animals. It is a must-read for anyone who loves animals and wants to learn more about their lives and experiences.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.