The Adventures of Sirdar the Chief of the Herd

About this book

Sirdar is a majestic young elephant who is the chief of his herd.The elephantsare free and fearless-their only enemy is man, who will hunt them for theirivory or just for the joy of killing. Sirdar saves his herd from many dangers-floods, fires, hunters' traps and more. He is as noble as he is brave, a trueleader who looks out for the weakest of creatures.Till one day, he has toface a great test of his leadership, when his family and his herd will be in thegravest of dangers.Will Sirdar be able to save all those who look up to him forguidance?Dhan Gopal Mukherji was one of the first Indian writers to make a markin theWest, and the only writer from India to be awarded the prestigiousNewbery Medal for writing for children. In this book, he weaves a magicalstory of animals, the enchantment of forests and the creatures who live freein them, and creates the unforgettable character of Sirdar-the mightiest andnoblest of all elephants. Retitled and reissued in a brand new edition, thisclassic will enthral a whole new generation of young readers.