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Tiger: The Ultimate Guide

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The beautiful and unique images of tigers captured in the wild were breathtaking. I found the format of this book interesting and useful in acquiring reliable knowledge about Patera tigris and related species, though this book is not oriented for the scientific community. Mr. Thapar has revealed some aspects of tiger behavior that very much suprised me... and I hold a degree in Biology. The author tends to end the book on a dark personal note underscoring the tiger's grim future, but I don't think anyone with an interest in animal conversation would mind Mr. Thapar's effort to impart to us his tireless passion for these critically endangered big cats.

Having a great love and passion for the tiger I am yet to find a more comprehensive book on the subject. This book is expertly compiled and consists of all facts regarding tigers. It starts with evolution and origins of the tiger, anatomy of the tiger, its life and conflict with man and other big cats, as well as the myths and ancient world of the tiger. Brilliantly compiled, laid out and documented. Highly recommended for all tiger lovers or those interested in the big cats. Includes exceptional photography of the tiger in its natural habitat.

This is a wonderful book for those interested in tigers and wildlife. It is comprehensive, which is what i liked the most about it. It has the views of many different experts on various aspects. In addition to describing a tiger's life, it also explains the impact of the tiger on our culture. The tiger's influence on the arts, and is loaded with great pictures. If you like tigers, then order this book!

I have had a fascination and love for tigers since I was very young. They have always been an animal I've been drawn to, and thus I have quite a few books on tigers as well as calendars ever year and the various National Geographic magazines featuring these great cats. "Tiger: The Ultimate Guide" by Valmik Thapar is a great addition to my library and very informative regarding this magnificent animal. The hard cover book contains over three hundred pages of insightful text and exceptional full color photographs.

I find the book a fitting text on such a fascinating creature, and the photography captures the beauty and power of this magnificent denizen of the jungle. With over two hundred images, the book is a pleasure to just page through and look at the pictures. However, the book also offers a very thorough history of tigers. This includes its evolution and behavior as well as the tiger's symbolic importance in myth and ritual. The book also has information on the exploitation of tigers and their struggle for survival. The book also includes information on current preservation efforts.

The organization of the book is easy to follow starting with the origins of the tiger, the anatomy of a supreme hunter, the life of the tiger, the cult of the tiger, tiger and man, the tiger in art, the tiger in Western Literature, and the future of the tiger.

The book also includes information on Siegfried and Roy and the incident that nearly cost Roy his life, and a short segment about tigers in movies, including "Two Brothers" and the tigers of Thierry Le Portier. The book is not entirely written by Thapar, but also includes contributions by wildlife biologists, zoologists, tiger researchers, artists, poets, historians, and conservationists.

The author is a leading tiger conservationist and has written previous books about tigers, but this is his most authoritative work. And as I said earlier, besides the information the photography is beautiful. The pictures display this beautiful majestic animal in many various settings, and some of the pictures are more than outstanding, they are incredibly majestic, which is fitting for such a noble creature.

Besides being a great book for anyone who likes tigers, I personally support the efforts to save this animal, as the number of tigers in the wild have been decreasing at an alarming rate. I support Thapar and all those working to save this animal. If you want an informative book about tigers with some magnificent photos, I highly recommend this book.

Reviewed by Alain Burrese, J.D., author of Hard-Won Wisdom From the School of Hard Knocks.

A wonderful book to read...was thinking it was a photo-pictorial book of tigers and was a little disappointed.

An excellent reference on tiger behavior and ecology and the tragic interactions of humans with tigers throughout history, with contributions from many experts.This book also contains many great photos and illustrations.

Valmik is THE man when it comes to Tigers. His passion comes out in every book and documentary he has made.
I love his stories of random tiger behaviour he has seen in the wild.
Sad at times but a stark reminder that tigers must be saved in the wild, without exception.

I am delighted with my purchase, the detailed imformation is unbelievable, the pictures exceptional, extremely good value.
Brian Rawling

Early in the book the author talks about the sabertooth tiger going extinct 120,000 years ago. Actually it was only around 12,000 years ago that the longtoothed cat bit the dust.