"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"--Provided by publisher
Themes
Genres: Non-Fiction
Categories: Beautiful Life, Cross Group, Informational
Settings: Asia, India, Southern Asia
Race/Culture: Asian/Pacific Islander/Asian American, White/European American/Caucasian
Cross Group Sub: Direct, Non-Central, Positive