Bert's Treatise of Hawks and Hawking: For the First Time Reprinted from the Original of 1619 (1891) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781436895927)

Bert's Treatise of Hawks and Hawking is a book that was first published in 1619 and is now being reprinted for the first time in 1891. The book is written by Edmund Bert and is a comprehensive guide to the art of hawking, which was a popular sport in medieval and early modern times. The book covers everything from the different types of hawks and falcons used in hunting to the techniques used to train and care for these birds. It also includes detailed instructions on how to hunt with hawks, including how to read the bird's behavior and how to use different types of equipment. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of hawking or the art of falconry.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Edmund Bert
ISBN-10: 1436895928
ISBN-13: 9781436895927
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 08/18/2008
Pages: 136
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.82lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.44d