H is for Hawk

Experience the transformative journey of grief and healing with 'H is for Hawk' by Helen Macdonald, a bestselling memoir that intertwines profound themes of loss, nature, and the art of falconry. Set against the backdrop of her father's death, Macdonald's story takes you into the intricate world of training a goshawk, offering a unique perspective on coping with sorrow. This B-format paperback edition, published by Random House UK in 2015, features 320 engaging pages that delve into the relationship between humanity and the wild. Join Helen as she navigates her emotional landscape through the lens of a hawk's training and her own internal struggles. This memoir is not just about hawking; it's about finding solace in nature, wresting control from grief, and embracing the beauty and brutality of life. 'H is for Hawk' has received praise from critics, hailed as an 'elegy with celebration' and a 'deeply affecting' read that resonates long after you turn the last page. Perfect for birdwatchers, nature enthusiasts, and anyone seeking to understand the depths of love and loss, this book allows you to explore the profound connection that can exist between humans and wild animals. Order your copy today and discover why this book has captivated readers around the world. Note that this product includes FREE shipping; however, please be aware that combined shipping with other items is not available. Allow up to 10 days for delivery.

Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780099575450
Format: B-format paperback
Year: 2015
Publisher: RANDOM HOUSE UK
Pages: 320


Description:

Discover the number one bestselling phenomenon that is a powerful and profound mediation on grief expressed through the trials of training a goshawk.

As a child, Helen Macdonald was determined to become a falconer, learning the arcane terminology and reading all the classic books. Years later, when her father died and she was struck deeply by grief, she became obsessed with the idea of training her own goshawk. She bought Mabel for e800 on a Scottish quayside and took her home to Cambridge, ready to embark on the long, strange business of trying to train this wildest of animals.

H is for Hawk is an unflinchingly honest account of Macdonald's struggle with grief during the difficult process of the hawk's taming and her own untaming. This is a book about memory, nature and nation, and how it might be possible to reconcile death with life and love.

'This beautiful book is at once heartfelt and clever in the way it mixes elegy with celebration' Andrew Motion

'It just sings. I couldn't stop reading' Mark Haddon, bestselling author of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night Time

'Dazzling. Deeply affecting, utterly fascinating and blazing with love and intelligence' Financial Times

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