02/09/2026
Roualeyn George Gordon-Cu***ng (March 15, 1820 – March 24, 1866) was a Scottish traveller and sportsman, known as the "lion hunter".
The Lion Hunter of South Africa by Roualeyn Gordon Cu***ng is a classic memoir that recounts his epic safari adventures and hard-won hunting tales in South Africa. The book follows a seasoned hunter through vast landscapes, fierce wildlife, and tense confrontations with rival tribes and the elements. It includes vivid descriptions of hunting for elephants, hippos, rhinos, and other beasts, as well as the daily rhythms of expedition life, such as camping and navigating through the wilderness. The narrative offers a unique perspective on 19th century South Africa, showcasing both the excitement of the hunt and the complexities of the region's diverse inhabitants.
The story of his exploits is vividly told in this book, which was received at first with incredulity by stay-at-home critics, David Livingstone, who furnished Gordon-Cu***ng with most of his native guides, wrote: I have no hesitation in saying that Mr. Cu***ng's book conveys a truthful idea of South African hunting.
This volume is published by John Murray [1873]. Beautifully illustrated, black and white (full plate and in-text). Collated all present.
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