| Training Birds of Prey | 
 enlarge | Author: Jemima Parry-jones
Publisher: David & Charles PLC
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:  6 reviews
Sales Rank: 59910
Media: Paperback
Edition: New Ed
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Pages: 160
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.2
Dimensions (in): 10.4 x 7.6 x 0.4
ISBN: 0715312383
Dewey Decimal Number: 636
UPC: 806488000354
EAN: 9780715312384
ASIN: 0715312383
Publication Date: June 29, 2001
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 Wonderful introduction to the art of falconry January 1, 2007
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
If you are considering becoming a falconer and / or owning your own bird of prey or owl, this book is an essential read - a definate "must buy" before the purchase of one of these beautiful birds.
As a falconer, I particularly like Parry-Jones' personal touches to this book - I love her opinionated attitude (for which she is well known!)which makes for a rather refreshing book. In particular I applaud her for attempting to "discourage" the not - so - serious hobbyist who may be considering taking on a BOP - these birds are simply not for the casual bird or pet keeper who may be after the prestige of a falcon or the appeal of a snowy owl (Thanks to harry potter ) This group of birds require as much time and dedication as a parrot, dog, or child (Or moreso, in some cases!) Her appeal to the reader to consider this before purchase is fantastic.
The book is very easy to read and to pick up the basic knowledge of falconry, and has some great illustrations and photos. The book also guides the reader into the more in depth subjects of weighing, the falconer's knot, suggestions for beginner birds, hoods, aviaries, mews, jessing and so on.
So a definate must for the would be falconer. Though I would also suggest that no book can compare to actual practical experience with birds of prey before going ahead and buying one - an opinion shared by Parry-Jones. My copy of this book is now ragged!
 Why not let the bird be your book? January 11, 2006
8 out of 9 found this review helpful
This is a great book for an enthusiast. A few years ago it was my best Christmas present, and I read it from cover to cover many times. I believed avidly everything that miss Parry Jones said, and became her number 1 fan.
However, after working with birds for only 2 years, some of which are rescued, I have learnt that sometimes falconers get it wrong. The traditional method of trainnig a bird of prey is rigid and no good at all if you want a bird that comes to you because it wants to. Believe it or not, Jemima, birds have different personalities. They all react differently to the training method, as well.
So, whilst this book is great to have, because it tells you what birds are and what birds are not (they are (definitely!) not pets, and if you are to keep them they take up a huge amount of time and effort (and heartache!) to keep happy), it is not a bible. The bird is the bible. I have a buzzard who I consider to be far superior to her description, and to be honest I haven't encountered any bird who fits true to the descriptions. I have also met many birds that did not take kindly to being starved (not feeding the bird until it does what you want it to), and it has scarred them for life.
If you are truly interested in this subject, read up on the BIOLOGY of birds. Something like Nick Fox's Understanding the Bird of Prey is the best sort of thing. Read how they work, so that you know the boundaries. Don't read someone's account of what works for them.
 An excellent book! October 28, 2004
9 out of 9 found this review helpful
Jemima Parry-Jones is considered to be one of the UK's leading falconers, as is her father, Phillip Glasier. She writes with a sense of authority and is the owner of the National Birds of Prey Centre. I believe she is now moving to the US but her great books are still here with us.
In this book, she describes the process of selecting a suitable bird of prey for the beginner and aims to help them avoid the pitfalls that many others have previously encountered. You are then guided as to the best methods of housing and training and are initiated into the art of hunting with a bird of prey, although this is by no means fully covered because it is intended as a book for the absolute beginner with no prior knowledge of the sport. Despite this, she can come across as being rather self-opinionated and therefore do not be surprised if you find yourself feeling rather insulted by the end of it as she can come across as being negative and attempting to discourage the poor novice. All things considered, I would not hesitate to recommend this book to anyone looking to enter the wonderful sport of falconry and train their own bird of prey.
Read this before buying your bird of prey! August 18, 2002
18 out of 18 found this review helpful
IF you've ever considered taking up falconry then read this book before buying your bird of prey - please! Jemima Parry-Jones offers a no nonsense, practical (warts and all)insight into all aspects of this art. Those who think it's going to be easy will be reconsidering after reading her wise and sometimes caustic comments about the reality of buying and keeping a bird.
A valuable printed asset. January 1, 2001
10 out of 11 found this review helpful
The book defines within the first couple of pages if you are the right person to take up the art of falconry, if you do continue to read, the dedication and devotion to the birds from Mrs Parry-Jones is conveyed across as not a passion but a law if you decide to take up the sport. A detailed account of every step to sucessfull falconry through the eyes of a master.
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