Originally published as Snakeman over thirty years ago to great acclaim, this is a new, expanded edition. From cobras in her kitchen to crocodiles in her backyard, Zai Whitaker has seen it all. For years, she and her ex-husband Rom Whitaker worked together for the conservation of reptiles and their habitat, and continue to do so as friends. Scaling Up is their story – funny, observant and a truly ‘wild ride’.
From the acclaimed Indian Pitta Bird Books imprint, this is a classic book reissued with new changes. Author is one of the best-known names in Indian conservation.
Price: Rs. 599
SPECIAL LAUNCH PRICE: Rs. 450
ISBN: 9789353456658
Pages: 344
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Zai Whitaker grew up in a family of naturalists that included her father Zafar Futehally and granduncle Sálim Ali, India’s original Birdman. Not surprisingly, conversations, holidays and outings often centred around birds. Zai has written twenty books including Andamans Boy, Kali and the Rat Snake, and the recent Termite Fry. She has also written extensively about the Irular snake catchers, and started the Irular Women’s Society which focuses on Irular women’s economic and social empowerment. She lives and works at the Croc Bank outside Chennai, where she is the managing trustee.
‘Reminds one of Gerald Durrell’s animal books . . .Fascinating.’ – Maneka Gandhi
‘Heartening’ – Business India