The Hawk of the Castle: A Story of Medieval Falconry

At a medieval castle, a young girl accompanies her father, the castle’s falconer, as they prepare a goshawk for a training flight. She introduces the equipment used in falconry, including the glove, hood, and bells, before the bird demonstrates its hunting abilities. The fictional narrative alternates with informational and technical background about the practice of medieval falconry, with further reading and an index included.