Jim Wright is a prize-winning journalist who has written about peregrines for two decades. He monitors nesting peregrines and other raptors for the state of New Jersey and is a marsh warden for a nature refuge in New Jersey. His other books include The Real James Bond.
""The Peregrine Falcon is as highly entertaining as it is informative. Jim Wright covers every aspect of the life of a peregrine, richly illustrated with his many experiences in the field. Jim’s writing positively sparkles—you won’t be able to put this one down!"" -- Art McMorris, Peregrine Falcon Coordinator (retired), Pennsylvania Game Commission ""I’ve been studying and conserving peregrine falcons nesting in cities and on sub-Arctic cliffs for close to five decades. I defy any peregrine-lover to read Wright’s book and not learn something new about this amazing creature."" -- David M. Bird, Ph.D., Emeritus Professor of Wildlife Biology, McGill University, Montreal nbsp;""Wright captures the magnificence of the peregrine falcon—from its stunning high-speed flights and hunting prowess to its remarkable comeback from endangered species status after DDT was finally banned. Through close personal observations and the writings of scientists from decades ago, Wright offers an engaging and thorough natural history of this beloved bird of prey."" -- 3. Lisa Owens Viani, Director, Raptors Are The Solution ""A hallmark book. . . . It’s time for you to learn more about this remarkable bird as recounted by a keen student of birds and master wordsmith."" -- Pete Dunne, legendary birding author