An Eagle to the Sky Author:Frances Hamerstrom Frances Hamerstrom is the only woman to train and fly her own golden eagle--indeed, the only person to have formed a nest building partnership with one. A factual and fascinating account of her work toward rearing and breeding the "king of birds," the spectacular golden eagle, in Wisconsin. Dedicating herself with skill and imagination to her ... more »tasks of training and rehabilitating two birds, she provides captivating reading for all ages. Mrs. Hamerstrom's companionship with individual wild birds represents the strong bond that exists between man and nature. The author's care of eagles has contributed new scientific knowledge about the behavior of the golden eagle and may have uncovered important clues to ways of replenishing the fast-decreasing eagle population in such areas as the Appalachians.« less