The Training Of Wild Animals (1903)

""The Training of Wild Animals"" is a book written by Frank Charles Bostock and originally published in 1903. The book provides a comprehensive guide to training wild animals for use in circuses, zoos, and other entertainment venues. Bostock draws on his extensive experience as a trainer and performer to provide detailed instructions on how to train a variety of wild animals, including lions, tigers, elephants, bears, and monkeys. The book covers a wide range of topics, including selecting and acquiring animals, building and maintaining animal enclosures, feeding and caring for animals, and the various techniques used to train them. Bostock also discusses the ethical considerations involved in working with wild animals and provides insights into the psychology of animal behavior. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of animal training and the circus industry, as well as for trainers and animal enthusiasts looking to learn more about the art of working with wild animals.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.