Description
The Baz-nama-yi Nasiri stands as a seminal work in the literary tradition of falconry treatises, originally composed in medieval Persia. This scholarly translation by Douglas Phillot brings the classical text to modern readers, preserving the intricate knowledge of hunting with birds that was central to Persian courtly culture and aristocratic life.
The treatise covers comprehensive aspects of falconry including the selection, training, care, and management of hunting birds. It documents the sophisticated techniques employed by medieval Persian falconers and provides invaluable historical context for understanding the cultural significance of this sport among the nobility. The work combines practical instruction with observations on animal behavior and physiology, making it relevant to both historians and falconry enthusiasts.
Published by Gyan Publishing House, this edition makes an important historical and cultural text accessible to contemporary audiences interested in medieval practices, Islamic history, and the heritage of traditional hunting methods.
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