Mullenix matthew (4 Ergebnisse)

Zustand: new. ALL UK PARCELS SENT TRACKED! ALL OVERSEAS PARCELS SENT AIRMAIL, TRACKED! (New, Paperback, 2005). 2005 1st edition. 8vo paperback (150 x 228mm). Ppxxii,186. B/w photographs. Fine new copy. Based on his web-log, this is Matt Mullenix's busy hawking diary. Some field meets and flying with friends but mostly his everyday exploits catching rabbits and sparrows, cotton rats and quail with his Harris hawk, Charlie. "[This book] is the journal of a season, written by a naturalist who is above all a writer, one who is driven to record and describe what he sees, does, and how he feels about it, in the best words he finds for his subject. They are very good words indeed; it is no accident that this work is set off by quotes from Ernest Hemingway and Tom McGuane, two other hunters who tried to get it down right." (Stephen Bodio). .…

Zustand: good. A copy that has been read, remains in good condition. All pages are intact, and the cover is intact. The spine and cover show signs of wear. Pages can include notes and highlighting and show signs of wear, and the copy can include "From the library of" labels or previous owner inscriptions. 100% GUARANTEE! Shipped with delivery confirmation, if you're not satisfied with purchase please return item! Ships via media mail.…

Zustand: new. ALL UK PARCELS SENT TRACKED! ALL OVERSEAS PARCELS SENT AIRMAIL, TRACKED! (New, Hardcover, 2002). (1996) 2023 3rd edition reprint. 8vo (145 x 223mm). Pp139. B/w photographs, illustrations. Brown boards, upper board and spine titled in gilt. Fine new copy in dust-wrapper. "Matthew Mullenix's techniques in training the American kestrel have resulted in considerable interest in hunting with this tiny raptor. Both beginning and experienced falconers are now flying this ferocious little 'giant' at a range of prey." This straightforward and readable book provides clear step by step instructions for training and catching game with the American kestrel. Chapters include: A brief natural history with notes on diet and hunting; Use in falconry; Choice of bird; Trapping the passager; Manning and training; Equipment; Weathering; Entering; Weight control; Diet; Methods of hunting; Carrying; Exercise and conditioning; Hawking year-round; Accident and illness; Signs of health; The future. .…

Hardcover. Zustand: Very Good. Zustand des Schutzumschlags: Very Good. Sixth printing, 2007. Cloth boards in very good condition. Unclipped dust jacket is covered in removable mylar and is clean and bright. Binding tight and text clean.