Falconry in Literature: The Symbolism of Falconry in English Literature from Chaucer to Marvell
- Author / Editor
- Horobin, David.
Falconry in Literature: The Symbolism of Falconry in English Literature from Chaucer to Marvell
- Published
- Blaine, Wash.: Hancock House, 2004.
- Physical Description
- 223 pp.
- Description
- An illustrated guide to raptors in English literature (fourteenth century to seventeenth century), which explains their symbolic value in terms of historical training and hunting practices and rituals. Recurrent references to Chaucer's works, including PF, SqT, and WBP.
- Chaucer Subjects
- Background and General Criticism.
- Parliament of Fowls.
- Squire and His Tale.
- Wife of Bath and Her Tale.