asiatic elephants

"When Chhouk, an Asian elephant calf, was found, he was alone, underweight, and had a severe foot injury. Conservationist Nick Marx of Wildlife Alliance rescued the baby elephant. With help from the Cambodian Forestry Administration, the Cambodian School of Prosthetics and Orthotics, and an elephant named Lucky, Nick nursed Chhouk back to health and made him an artificial foot. One of the first animals to ever be fitted with a prosthetic, Chhouk helped pioneer the technology--and most importantly, was able to walk again!"--Provided by publisher.

Follows a young boy as the learns about elephants, discussing their anatomy, behaviors, territory, and more.

Color photographs and brief text provide information about the physical characteristics and abilities of Asian elephants.

"A child learns about domesticated elephants and then goes on a trip to Sri Lanka to view Asian elephants in the wild"--Provided by publisher.

In Chiang Mai, Thailand, nine-year-old Tua releases an abused elephant from its chains, but it will be a challenge to get the elephant to refuge without getting caught.

Presents a comprehensive examination of the Indian elephant and traces their history, Indian art, religion, and folklore about the elephant, and discusses efforts to protect their habitat.

"J.H. "Billy" Williams always had an affinity for animals. So, when he responded to job offer with the East India Company to work with logging elephants his family wasn't surprised, though worried that he had already come back from World War I in one piece, would he be so lucky with India?"--Provided by publisher.

The true story of a circus elephant and a stray dog who became best friends.

World travelers Ted and Betsy Lewin recount how the trained elephants of southern India, in particular the one chosen to be the lead elephant in the Mysore Dasara, are raised, cared for, and prepared for performing in ceremonial processions. Includes background information and glossary.

In Chiang Mai, Thailand, nine-year-old Tua releases an abused elephant from its chains, but it will be a challenge to get the elephant to refuge without getting caught.