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Discover the art of falconry through Our Vanishing Wild Life, an insightful treatise by Edmund Bert, Gentleman. This comprehensive work is divided into three sections the first reveals how to train a short-winged hawk to possess excellent qualities; the second offers strategies to reclaim a hawk from undesirable behaviors; and the third provides remedies for known ailments and afflictions. Bert, who resided in Collier Row near Romford, Essex, shares his remarkable experiences training the Goshawk, having achieved great success in the field. He recounts thrilling hunts across the downs of Sussex, where he often returned with impressive hauls of partridges, pheasants, rails, and hares. His dedication to the craft is evident, as he sold hawks for considerable sums, attracting attention even in his time. Join us as we explore the rich history of falconry and the legacy of a man dedicated to the mastery of this noble pursuit. – Summary by James Edmund Harting, 1891.