230pp. ills., 8 color plates. chipped dj with small tears on bottom edge and discolored spine. Von Michaelis, distinguished South African bird artist and expert in aviation gliding, details his experience in raising and training hawks and owls, and experiences with other birds; illustrated with his b&w sketches and color plates. Second part of book examines raptor flight, thermal currents and soaring. Foreword by the Marquess of Willingdon.

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