Description
Buckle up for a wild ride with Jaguars Ripped My Flesh, the legendary collection of adventure writing by Tim Cahill. As a founding editor of Outside magazine, Cahill redefined the “gonzo” travel genre, and this classic volume brings together his most white-knuckle, hilarious, and bizarre dispatches from the edge of the world.
From the titular close encounter with South American felines to navigating the treacherous waters of the Amazon and documenting the extremes of nature, Cahill’s prose is a masterclass in narrative non-fiction. This book isn’t just for thrill-seekers; it’s for anyone who appreciates sharp wit, deep curiosity, and the raw reality of travel where everything that can go wrong, does.
This Vintage Bantam Books edition is a staple for any travel literature collection. Whether he’s tracking down the “Big Foot” of the jungle or surviving the world’s most dangerous roads, Cahill reminds us that the best stories usually start with a very bad idea. Add this essential piece of outdoor literature to your library today.
Author: Tim Cahill
Publisher: Bantam Books
Publication Date: September 1, 1987 (Original Printing)
ISBN-10: 0553342762
ISBN-13: 978-0553342765
Format: Trade Paperback
Pages: 304 pages
Dimensions: 5.2 x 0.8 x 8 inches
Weight: 0.6 lbs
Condition: Used – Good (Cover shows light shelf wear/creasing; pages are intact and readable with some age-related toning; spine remains strong.)
