“Talking turkey” about the bird you thought you knew Fondly remembered as the centerpiece of family Thanksgiving reunions, the turkey is a cultural symbol as well as a multi-billion dollar industry. As a bird, dinner, commodity, and as a national icon, the turkey has become as American as the bald eagle (with which it actually competed for supremacy on national insignias). Food historian Andrew F. Smith’s sweeping and multifaceted history of Meleagris gallopavo separates fact from fiction, serving as both a solid historical reference and a fascinating general read. With his characteristic wit and insatiable curiosity, Smith presents the turkey in ten courses, beginning with the bird itself (actually several different species of turkey) flying through the wild. The Turkey subsequently includes discussions of practically every aspect of the iconic bird, including the wild turkey in early America, how it came to be called “turkey,” domestication, turkey mating habits, expansion into Europe, stuffing, conditions in modern industrial turkey factories, its surprising commercial history of boom and bust, and its eventual ascension to holiday mainstay. As one of the easiest of foods to cook, the turkey’s culinary possibilities have been widely explored if little noted. The second half of the book collects an amazing array of over one hundred historical and modern turkey recipes from across America and Europe. From sandwiches to salmagundi, you’ll find detailed instructions on nearly every variation on the turkey. Historians will enjoy a look back at the varied appetites of their ancestors and seasoned cooks will have an opportunity to reintroduce a familiar food in forgotten ways.

Examines the modern turkey hunting scene and offers a concise, in-depth explanation of how to scout for, set up on, and kill wary longbeards. Lovett explains how turkeys react to human pressure and various terrain features and covers the essential skills of calling. He provides complete strategies for hunting different times of day, aggressive versus subtle approaches, and troubleshooting tough birds.

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Your complete guide to spring turkey hunting.

It's like hiring a world famous turkey hunter-biologist to scout for you! Dr. Lovett Williams cues hunters on how to plan a Grand Slam hunt, take memorable photos, and make wingbone calls! To the point and easy to read.

Featuring classic articles from Turkey & Turkey Hunting magazine, this beautifully illustrated examination of the grandest game bird is designed to help experienced turkey hunters better appreciate their sport. Detailed scientific information dissects the longbeard, providing insight into the amazing recovery and incredible boom of modern turkey populations.Turkey hunting is addictive and hunters are passionate about their sport. Explore the trials and tribulations of this scintillating sport in this coffee-table masterpiece that uncovers its ultimate reward-the many lasting friendships and acquaintances made while hunting this elusive bird.- Examines the appeal of modern turkey hunting- Beautifully illustrated examination of the longbeard- Features the best articles from Turkey & Turkey Hunting magazine