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Walter D.M. Bell has become a legend among elephant hunters due to his great success in the ivory trade during the golden age of hunting in East Africa. He is known as “Karamojo” Bell because of his safaris through this remote wilderness area in North Eastern Uganda.
The chapters in this book are presented in chronological order, in Bell’s own words. Now, for the first time, it will be possible for Bell aficionados to place the hunting stories from the first three books listed above into the framework of Bell’s life.
He published two books about his exploits in Africa, illustrated with his own sketches and paintings. 'Wanderings of an Elephant Hunter', which was serialised in Britain's Country Life magazine, 'Karamojo Safari', and several articles about aspects of shooting and firearms in the NRA's American Rifleman in the USA.
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It is divided into 3 parts - his life story, original stories never published before and Bell’s letters, birth, death and census records and his will. Page Updated: Oct 2020.
10 maj 2022 · "The Wanderings of an Elephant Hunter" by W. D. M. Bell is a memoir detailing the author's adventures as an elephant hunter, written in the early 20th century. The narrative centers around the intricacies of elephant hunting in Africa, exploring various techniques and the flora and fauna encountered in the wild.
Walter Dalrymple Maitland Bell known as Karamojo Bell, was a Scottish adventurer, big game hunter in East Africa, soldier, decorated fighter pilot, sailor, writer, and painter.
