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The Champawat Man-Eater and The Mohan Tiger
About the Book
TIMELESS NARRATIVES COME ALIVE IN A CONTEMPORARY COMIC VERSION.
The book is a compilation of two short stories in comic format.
THE CHAMPAWAT MAN-EATER
The true story of a notorious man-eating tiger in the eastern Kumaon region of India. This is a thrilling tale of human–wildlife conflict and sheer courage.
THE MOHAN TIGER
A man-eating tiger instils fear in the Mohan Forest area, killing over a dozen people. The narrative showcases the author's extraordinary tracking skills and unravels the inherent dangers that lurk living in close proximity to wild animals.
About the Series
Rediscover the giants of Indian literature in a whole new way. These contemporary graphic narratives breathe new life into the great classics, bringing them alive in full colour with compelling visuals and a fresh format. A must-read for graphic novel enthusiasts and lovers of classic fiction.
About the Author
Jim Corbett was a renowned British-Indian author, naturalist, and conservationist. Widely celebrated for his mastery in tracking and hunting man-eating tigers and leopards in the jungles of British India, Corbett’s deep connection with the Indian wilderness led him to become an ardent advocate for wildlife conservation. His short stories not only recounted his thrilling adventures but also played a pivotal role in fostering awareness about the importance of preserving India’s endangered species.
TIMELESS NARRATIVES COME ALIVE IN A CONTEMPORARY COMIC VERSION.
The book is a compilation of two short stories in comic format.
THE CHAMPAWAT MAN-EATER
The true story of a notorious man-eating tiger in the eastern Kumaon region of India. This is a thrilling tale of human–wildlife conflict and sheer courage.
THE MOHAN TIGER
A man-eating tiger instils fear in the Mohan Forest area, killing over a dozen people. The narrative showcases the author's extraordinary tracking skills and unravels the inherent dangers that lurk living in close proximity to wild animals.
About the Series
Rediscover the giants of Indian literature in a whole new way. These contemporary graphic narratives breathe new life into the great classics, bringing them alive in full colour with compelling visuals and a fresh format. A must-read for graphic novel enthusiasts and lovers of classic fiction.
About the Author
Jim Corbett was a renowned British-Indian author, naturalist, and conservationist. Widely celebrated for his mastery in tracking and hunting man-eating tigers and leopards in the jungles of British India, Corbett’s deep connection with the Indian wilderness led him to become an ardent advocate for wildlife conservation. His short stories not only recounted his thrilling adventures but also played a pivotal role in fostering awareness about the importance of preserving India’s endangered species.
76 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2024
About the author
Jim Corbett
107 books306 followersEdward James "Jim" Corbett was a British hunter, turned conservationist, author and naturalist, famous for hunting a large number of man-eaters in India.
Corbett held the rank of colonel in the British Indian Army and was frequently called upon by the government of the United Provinces, now the Indian states of Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand, to kill man-eating tigers and leopards that were harassing people in the nearby villages of the Garhwal and Kumaon region. His hunting successes earned him a long-held respect and fame amongst the people residing in the villages of Kumaon. Some even claim that he was considered to be a sadhu (saint) by the locals.
Corbett was an avid photographer and after his retirement, authored the Man-Eaters of Kumaon, Jungle Lore, and other books recounting his hunts and experiences, which enjoyed much critical acclaim and commercial success. Later on in life, Corbett spoke out for the need to protect India's wildlife from extermination and played a key role in creating a national reserve for the endangered Bengal tiger by using his influence to persuade the provincial government to establish it. The national park was renamed Jim Corbett National Park in his honour in 1957 after his death in 1955.
Corbett held the rank of colonel in the British Indian Army and was frequently called upon by the government of the United Provinces, now the Indian states of Uttar Pradesh and Uttarakhand, to kill man-eating tigers and leopards that were harassing people in the nearby villages of the Garhwal and Kumaon region. His hunting successes earned him a long-held respect and fame amongst the people residing in the villages of Kumaon. Some even claim that he was considered to be a sadhu (saint) by the locals.
Corbett was an avid photographer and after his retirement, authored the Man-Eaters of Kumaon, Jungle Lore, and other books recounting his hunts and experiences, which enjoyed much critical acclaim and commercial success. Later on in life, Corbett spoke out for the need to protect India's wildlife from extermination and played a key role in creating a national reserve for the endangered Bengal tiger by using his influence to persuade the provincial government to establish it. The national park was renamed Jim Corbett National Park in his honour in 1957 after his death in 1955.
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September 22, 2026
I love Jim Corbett’s stories, and was introduced to them at about the age Diego is now. So this seemed the perfect way to introduce my book-reading but graphic novel-loving ten-year-old to Corbett, and surprise surprise, he loved it too. Of course, Diego’s first name is Rudro, and Jim Corbett is The man-eating leopard of Rudraprayag after all, how could he not? :)
The artwork is excellent. And yes, it is AI-generated. Do I care? I do not.
The artwork is excellent. And yes, it is AI-generated. Do I care? I do not.
January 21, 2026
having read the originals by Jim Corbett, bought this book for my 8 year old for her to enjoy the tales as a graphic novel .
the comic illustrations were AI generated there are a few inconsistencies in the looks of the characters. but overall the graphics are colorful and vibrant to attract the young readers. The switching between the scenes and context could have been more narrative for the readers to understand the switch to the next scene .for the reader of this book ,it might be confusing.
update : for readers who want to enjoy more of Jim Corbett, the comic book version from amar Chitra Katha is far more accurate and interesting . https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1...
the comic illustrations were AI generated there are a few inconsistencies in the looks of the characters. but overall the graphics are colorful and vibrant to attract the young readers. The switching between the scenes and context could have been more narrative for the readers to understand the switch to the next scene .for the reader of this book ,it might be confusing.
update : for readers who want to enjoy more of Jim Corbett, the comic book version from amar Chitra Katha is far more accurate and interesting . https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1...
March 31, 2024
A small yet effective dose of two of Carpet Sahib's true stories about man-eaters told in the form of a comic book. The illustrations are top draw and the tiger(s) do actually look like menacing man-eaters.
The character of Eddie Knowles in the first picture seems inspired from Hollywood actor Chris Pratt, while Corbett looks to be an amalgam of Indiana Jones and Suresh Oberoi.
Presenting the stories in this fashion is a good way to get Gen - Z interested in the exploits of this legendary hunter cum conservationist.
The character of Eddie Knowles in the first picture seems inspired from Hollywood actor Chris Pratt, while Corbett looks to be an amalgam of Indiana Jones and Suresh Oberoi.
Presenting the stories in this fashion is a good way to get Gen - Z interested in the exploits of this legendary hunter cum conservationist.
June 2, 2024
This is graphic novel adaptation of Jim Corbett's two stories - The Champawat Man eater and the Mohan tiger. The stories are about the hunt of man-eating tigers who are killed by Jim Corbett. Both the stories are told with empathy and humaneness for even animals though he has to kill them as they are taking human lives.
June 15, 2025
Gorgeous artwork illustrating these two tales from Jim Corbett’s tiger hunting career.
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