HUNTING IN TURKEY. By Ali H. Ustay.

1990 1st edition. Large 4to (230 x 305mm). Ppxiv,230. Colour photographs and illustrations throughout, bibliography. Dark green bonded leather, blind-stamped title and animal motifs to upper board, spine untitled.

"Hunting in Turkey is a most valuable addition to any hunter's library. Ali H. Ustay is eminently qualified to write about the past, present and future of hunting in Turkey, a country which is rapidly emerging as a focal point for international big game hunting. The book has been well edited, professionally designed, and beautifully illustrated." (Capt. John H. Brandt). "Without a doubt Hunting in Turkey is the finest book ever written on the hunting grounds of Turkey. This is a book that will be read by many generations to come." (Warren K. Parker). "Ali H. Ustay is a pioneer in educating the world about wildlife, hunting and conservation in Turkey. Hunting in Turkey is the finest book of this type to come out of Turkey." (Donald R. Platt, Sr.). Chapters include:- The hunting traditions of the Turks; Game map of Turkey and hunting regulations; A guide to Turkey's big game; A guide to Turkey's small game and waterfowl; Big game hunting in Turkey; Turkey's major big game species - Red deer, Fallow deer, Roe deer, Bezoar goat, Asian chamois, Wild sheep, Goitered gazelle, Wild boar, Asian brown bear, Asian wolf; Turkey's extinct and scarce big game; Small game; Waterfowl; Hunts of yesteryear; Tales from Turkey's hunting lore; Turkey's first hunting museum.