Hailed as essential reading, this best-selling manual is designed to help the falconer get the very most from his or her hawk. Every aspect of the sport is painstakingly examined, from the various quarries and the birds employed to hunt them, to training and field procedures.
Complemented by an action-packed colour photo section, this book will be referred to time and time again.
‘It is on the subject of the Harris’ hawk that the author shines … It is obvious he understands the species in a way in which few falconers do ... this book should be compulsory reading for anyone flying, or contemplating flying, a Harris’ hawk.’ International Falconer
‘Every new method, every novel idea and every statement made in this book is backed up both by practice and scientific reasoning.’ Irish Hawking Club
‘Simply stated, bravo …. this is a first-rate, top-flight falconry book.’ American Falconry
‘All novice falconers should be made to read this chapter [Dealing With Kills].’ Countryman’s Weekly
‘Every stage of the bird’s training is carefully thought out, but flexible enough that it caters for each individual bird’s strengths and weaknesses.’ The Falconers & Raptor Conservation Magazine
‘This is probably one of the most descriptive accounts of ferreting ever written.’ Hawk Chalk
‘This book is a must for all rabbit and hare hawking enthusiasts.’ Scottish Hawking Club