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The Life and Collection of C.F.G.R. Schwerdt
John Resler Swift
Published by John Resler Swift
2024
Schwerdt, a German immigrant to England, amassed a renowned collection of hunting, hawking, and shooting materials. His bibliographic catalog became a cornerstone for sporting libraries. I have written a biography of his life in England, featuring illustrations of notable falconry works found in his catalogue.
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