Chap. IV The Elephant
Elephant Shooting.
Vast numbers shot in Ceylon 142
Revolting details of elephant killing in Africa 142
Fatal spots at which to aim 143
Structure of the bones of the head 144
Wounds which are certain to kill 145
Attitudes when surprised 148
Peculiar movements when reposing 148
Habits when attacked 150
Sagacity of native trackers 150
Courage and agility of the elephants in escape 151
Worthlessness of the carcass 153
Singular recovery from a wound (note) 154