Falconry
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About this book
The relationship established between man and bird is central to the ancient sport of falconry; to earn the trust of the bird, the falconer must show a great deal of patience, skill and intuition. This volume traces the history of falconry, providing a detailed guide as to how it is practised today. Emma Ford, a falconer since the age of six, describes the equipment required for the sport and, using photographs of the popular species, explains the characteristics that make them ideal hunting birds. With an emphasis on the contribution falconers make to the conservation of wild birds, this book is a complete guide to a sport that has remained largely unchanged for centuries.
Contents
- A brief history
- Falconry today
- Falconry Furniture
- The hawks
- Hawking in Britain
- Conservation and the law
- Useful information
- Index
Paperback; October 2008; 48 pages; ISBN: 9780747806943