Commissioned by the Wildlife Rescue and Rehabilitation Center (WRRC) and Compassion Unlimited Plus Action (CUPA),

Gods in Chains by Rhea Ghosh is an effort to raise the awareness of the lay public to the plight of captive elephants in India. CUPA's involvement with numerous cases of abuse, neglect and violence on captive elephants initiated this unique step. The book highlights the capture, training, work and use of captive elephants in various forums. The book highlights the legal sections that protect the animal and has a detailed chapter on recommendations which would better their lives.

For details on how to buy a copy , please visit www.godsinchains.com

Our friends in Thailand, Charles Begley and Rachael Jones, have brought out a moving section on the plight of Asian Elephants in their newsletter titled EleAid News. You can read about it and also access their website for other information on elephants in Asia.