The Baz-nama-yi Nasiri: A Persian Treatise on Falconry

The Baz-nama-yi Nasiri A Persian Treatise on Falconry, translated by Douglas Craven Phillott, is a detailed and scholarly English rendering of a classical Persian manual on falconry. Originally composed for Nasir al-Din Shah of Persia, the text explores the art and science of training and hunting with falcons, covering bird selection, care, diseases, and hunting techniques. Phillott's translation preserves the cultural richness and technical depth of the original, offering insights into Persian aristocratic traditions and medieval ornithology. This work remains an important resource for historians, falconers, and scholars interested in Persian literature, hunting practices, and Middle Eastern natural history.