This unique book covers essential information-the Harris hawk in the wild, the relationship they have with man, and the biological facts.
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"A must for anyone with an interest in this magnificent bird" --Shooting Gazette
This guide to the Harris hawk covers essential information such as the hawk in the wild, the relationship they have with man, and the biological facts. It details the methods to adopt when buying a bird and takes the reader clearly through manning, husbandry, breeding, training and hunting.
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Seller: HPB-Diamond, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Seller Inventory # S_469542724
Seller: Better World Books Ltd, Dunfermline, United Kingdom
Condition: Good. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good. Seller Inventory # GRP69398605
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Seller: WeBuyBooks, Rossendale, LANCS, United Kingdom
hardcover. Condition: Good. Most items will be dispatched the same or the next working day. A copy that has been read but remains in clean condition. All of the pages are intact and the cover is intact and the spine may show signs of wear. The book may have minor markings which are not specifically mentioned. Seller Inventory # rev5093199280
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Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Hardback. Condition: Very Good. The book has been read, but is in excellent condition. Pages are intact and not marred by notes or highlighting. The spine remains undamaged. Seller Inventory # GOR003478789
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Seller: WorldofBooks, Goring-By-Sea, WS, United Kingdom
Hardback. Condition: Good. The book has been read but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact and the cover is intact. Some minor wear to the spine. Seller Inventory # GOR004947309
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Seller: Chapter House Books (Member of the PBFA), Sherborne, United Kingdom
Reprint. Hardback. Near very good in near very good, edge worn, scuffed and plastic protected, d/w. Spine cocked and bumped, corners bumped, pages slightly yellowed, spotting to fep and edge of pages. Please email for exact postage quote and information on any available discounts. Seller Inventory # 13185
Seller: Coch-y-Bonddu Books Ltd, MACHYNLLETH, United Kingdom
ALL UK PARCELS SENT TRACKED! ALL OVERSEAS PARCELS SENT AIRMAIL, TRACKED! (S/hand, Hardcover, 2001). (2001) 2012 revised reprint. 4to (195 x 252mm). Pp144. Colour plates, colour & b/w photographs, illustrations. Blue boards, spine titled in gilt. Very good in slightly used dust-wrapper. This is the first British book on the Harris hawk. Takes you through manning, husbandry, training and hunting. In this new, revised reprint, the appendices have been improved and brought up to date. Chapters include: Basic knowledge - Harris hawks and man, harris hawks in the wild, biological facts; Buying and keeping a bird - locating a breeder and pucrhasing a bird, suitable weatherings, falconry equipment, maintaining a healthy bird; The diary - the first two weeks, manning, training, entering, attending field meetings, alternative hawking methods; Breeding, by Paul Harris; Health checks, by Philip Stapelberg; MRCVS; Annual moult; Harris hawks and the law, by PC Paul Beecroft; Security; Looking ahead - is the harris hawk the bird for you?, Harris hawks in the future, progressing to other species, Ami in her second season, final thoughts. Appendices include: Game season chart; Falconry terms; Clubs and associations; Falconry and breeding courses; Equipment suppliers and bird of prey centres; Breeders of Harris hawks and other birds of prey; Veterinary surgeons with a special interest in birds of prey. . Seller Inventory # 46760
Seller: Coch-y-Bonddu Books Ltd, MACHYNLLETH, United Kingdom
ALL UK PARCELS SENT TRACKED! ALL OVERSEAS PARCELS SENT AIRMAIL, TRACKED! (S/hand, Hardcover, 2001). (2001) 2003 revised reprint. 4to (195 x 252mm). Pp144. Colour plates, colour & b/w photographs, illustrations. Blue boards, spine titled in gilt. Publisher's file copy with label to slightly marked end-paper, file number label to spine else a very good copy in slightly used dust-wrapper. This is the first British book on the Harris hawk. Takes you through manning, husbandry, training and hunting. In this new, revised reprint, the appendices have been improved and brought up to date. Chapters include: Basic knowledge - Harris hawks and man, harris hawks in the wild, biological facts; Buying and keeping a bird - locating a breeder and pucrhasing a bird, suitable weatherings, falconry equipment, maintaining a healthy bird; The diary - the first two weeks, manning, training, entering, attending field meetings, alternative hawking methods; Breeding, by Paul Harris; Health checks, by Philip Stapelberg; MRCVS; Annual moult; Harris hawks and the law, by PC Paul Beecroft; Security; Looking ahead - is the harris hawk the bird for you?, Harris hawks in the future, progressing to other species, Ami in her second season, final thoughts. Appendices include: Game season chart; Falconry terms; Clubs and associations; Falconry and breeding courses; Equipment suppliers and bird of prey centres; Breeders of Harris hawks and other birds of prey; Veterinary surgeons with a special interest in birds of prey. . Seller Inventory # 54010
Seller: Henffordd Books, Herefordshire, United Kingdom
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good. 3rd printing, 2005. Slight rubbing to edges of dust-jacket, now protected using removable clear wrap, otherwise in very good condition. Next day dispatch by Royal Mail in sturdy, recyclable packaging. 1000's of satisfied customers! Please contact us with any enquiries. Seller Inventory # 008171
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Seller: Bookworm, Tewkesbury, United Kingdom
Hardcover. Condition: Fine. Dust Jacket Condition: Near Fine. 1st Edition. Dj not priceclipped, top corners front and back damaged, back corner torn, otherwise book in perfect condition. Seller Inventory # 001010