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About The Book: Tiger-Shooting in the Doon and Ulwar: With Life in India by J.C. Fife-Cookson is a vivid firsthand account of British colonial life and big-game hunting in 19th-century India. The book chronicles the author’s adventurous expeditions in the Doon Valley and Ulwar, detailing tiger hunts with dramatic flair and rich descriptions of the Indian landscape. Beyond hunting, Fife-Cookson offers observations on Indian society, customs, and colonial administration, reflecting both fascination and the imperial attitudes of the era. Blending travel narrative, sport, and cultural commentary, the work provides a window into the experiences and mindset of a British officer living in colonial India. About The Author: Lt. Col. J.C. Fife-Cookson (1844–1911) was a British military officer, author, and avid sportsman known for his service in the New Zealand War, the Balkan campaign, and at Gallipoli. He combined his military experiences with a passion for big game hunting and fishing, particularly in India, as recounted in Tiger-Shooting in the Doon and Ulwar. His diverse writings include travel and war memoirs, poetic works like A Dream of Other Days, and dramatic literature such as Hannibal and Katharna. Fife-Cookson’s legacy reflects the adventurous spirit and colonial mindset of a 19th-century British officer and gentleman-explorer. The Title 'Tiger-Shooting in the Doon and Ulwar: With Life in India written/authored/edited by J. C. Fife-Cookson', published in the year 1887. The ISBN 9789371331609 is assigned to the Paperback version of this title. This book has total of pp. 300 (Pages). The publisher of this title is Gyan Publishing House. This Book is in English. The subject of this book is History. Size of the book is 13.34 x 21.59 cms Vol: