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These are reprint editions reprinted with the help of original book just to give the original look and feel we do not change its format and text due to which in some cases the text is not like new. About The Book: Jungle Folk: Indian Natural History Sketches by Douglas Dewar is a collection of vivid and engaging essays on the wildlife of India. Drawing from his experiences in the Indian subcontinent, Dewar presents detailed observations of birds, mammals, and reptiles, blending scientific knowledge with storytelling. The book captures the habits, habitats, and interactions of various species, making nature accessible to general readers. With charm and clarity, it offers a fascinating glimpse into India’s rich biodiversity and the behavior of its jungle folk About The Author: Douglas Dewar (1875–1957) was a British barrister, civil servant in India, and noted ornithologist. Educated at Jesus College, Cambridge, he joined the Indian Civil Service in 1898 and served as Accountant General of Punjab. Passionate about birds, Dewar authored numerous books and articles on Indian ornithology, emphasizing field observation over museum study. He criticized excessive species classification and was a vocal opponent of Darwinian evolution, co-founding the Evolution Protest Movement. His writings combined scientific insight with accessible, engaging natural history storytelling The Title 'Jungle Folk: Indian Natural History Sketches written/authored/edited by Douglas Dewar', published in the year . The ISBN 9789374474488 is assigned to the Hardcover version of this title. This book has total of pp. 316 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is Nature. Size of the book is 14.34 x 22.59 cms.