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(5) Definition of Manchu word derived from the "Mirror," Zakharofl:,Amyot, 



and Gabelentz. 



(6) Notes and observations. 



I cannot close this introduction without a word of grateful thanks to Colonel 

 Phillott, who, in the matter of Persian and Indian falconry, possesses unrivalled know- 

 ledge. His name and authority will be found constantly quoted in the sections dealing 

 with the falconidcB. I have also to thank Mr. T. Bentham, formerly temporary assistant 

 in the Indian Museum, for assistance received while this Memoir was passing through the 

 Press. 



