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100 1 _aScott, Matthew,
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245 1 0 _aAutobiography of Matthew Scott, Jumbo's Keeper; Also Jumbo's Biography, by the same Author
264 1 _aSalt Lake City, UT :
_bProject Gutenberg,
_c2015
300 _a1 online resource :
_bmultiple file formats
336 _atext
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337 _acomputer
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_2rdamedia
338 _aonline resource
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500 _aRelease date is 2015-04-14
508 _aProduced by Sean Davis, Cindy Beyer, Ross Cooling and the Online Project Gutenberg team with images provided by The Internet Archive-US.
520 _a"Autobiography of Matthew Scott, Jumbo's Keeper; Also Jumbo's Biography" by Matthew Scott is a dual autobiography and biography written in the late 19th century. The book chronicles the life and career of Matthew Scott, who served as the keeper for Jumbo, the famous circus elephant, and delves into his experiences working with various animals at the Zoological Society’s Gardens in London. The likely topic of the book revolves around the unique bond between Scott and Jumbo, highlighting their adventures and the intricacies of caring for exotic wildlife. In the narrative, Matthew Scott recounts his humble beginnings in England and the deep affection he developed for animals throughout his life. With a particular focus on his time with Jumbo, Scott shares numerous anecdotes illustrating the elephant's intelligence and charm. The book also explores the challenges of caring for exotic animals, including Scott's interactions with various creatures at the zoological gardens and his efforts to improve their living conditions. Noteworthy is the emotional depth of Scott's relationship with Jumbo, portraying the elephant as not just a spectacle but a beloved companion. The narrative touches on themes of friendship, dedication, and the joys and sorrows that come with working closely with nature's creatures. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
534 _nOriginal publication data not identified
653 _aJumbo (Elephant)
653 _aScott, Matthew, 1834-
653 _aAnimal trainers -- United States -- Biography
653 _aElephants
653 _aCircus animals -- United States
856 4 0 _uhttps://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/48704
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