Describes the physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat of the only large wild cat, other than the American cougar, that is not spotted or striped.

A look at the intriguing world of lions.

"Describes lions, their physical features, how they hunt and kill, and their role in the ecosystem"--Provided by publisher.

Introduces lions, discussing their physical characteristics, habitat, life cyle, hunting behaviors, and efforts being made to ensure their future.

Discusses the history of lion attacks on humans and the reasons for the attacks, including species endangerment, loss of habitat, and dangers of captivity.

"Did you know that lions hunt animals four times their own size? The mighty lion is the top predator wherever it roams, and has nothing on Earth to fear--except humans." -- back cover.

THE MAN-EATERS OF TSAVO is a great book recounting the story of a pair of man-eating predator lions that the author and his team killed, known as the Tsavo Man-eaters. Following the death of the lions, the book tells many stories concerning local wildlife (including other lions), local tribes, the discovery of the man-eaters' cave, and various hunting expeditions. There is also good advice to sports-men visiting Africa. Several publications about...

Iris understands that grown-ups are afraid of lions, but when she finds one in her playhouse she knows he is kind so she keeps him hidden from her parents for as long as possible.