Jim Corbett published 1 short story collection, 3 non-fiction books and 2 other books, beginning with Man-Eaters of Kumaon (1944). The best-known is The Temple Tiger, and More Man-eaters of Kumaon (1954).
Updated September 2026
Where to start with Jim Corbett
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The Temple Tiger, and More Man-eaters of Kumaon
Jim Corbett's most-read book.
Short story collections in order
Man-Eaters of Kumaon (1944)
Non-fiction in order
My India (1952)
Jungle Lore (1953)
Tree Tops (1955)
Other books in order
The Man-eating Leopard of Rudraprayag (1948)
The Temple Tiger, and More Man-eaters of Kumaon (1954)
About Jim Corbett
Edward James Corbett was an Anglo-Indian hunter and author. He gained fame through hunting and killing several man-eating tigers and leopards in Northern India, as detailed in his bestselling 1944 memoir Man-Eaters of Kumaon. In his later years, he became an outspoken advocate of the nascent conservation movement.
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Jim Corbett FAQ
- How many books has Jim Corbett written?
- Jim Corbett published 1 short story collection, 3 non-fiction books and 2 other books that we list, as of September 2026.
- What order should I read Jim Corbett's books in?
- Publication order is a safe choice; the full list is above. Most readers start with The Temple Tiger, and More Man-eaters of Kumaon.
- What is Jim Corbett's last book?
- Tree Tops (1955).
- What is Jim Corbett's most famous book?
- The Temple Tiger, and More Man-eaters of Kumaon (1954) is Jim Corbett's most widely read book.
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Sources: book lists and dates from Wikidata and Open Library, ratings from Open Library readers. Last updated September 2026.