THE HARE. By Jill Mason.

(2003) 2006 reprint. 4to (193 x 252mm). Ppviii,184. Colour photographs by David Mason, b/w illustrations. Green boards, spine titled in gilt.

"A lively account of the natural history of the hare, covering its behaviour throughout the seasons, its courtship and breeding, its favoured habitats and worldwide distribution, its remarkable survival techniques, its predators and hunters". Chapters include: Hares of the world; The natural history of the hare in Britain and Ireland; Feeding habits of the hare; Courtship and reproduction; Enemies of the hare; Disease and hares; Legends and myths of the hare; Hares and the law; Hare cookery; The name of the hare; The hare and field sports; A future for the hare.