This book serves as a comprehensive guide to the raptors inhabiting eastern North America. It details over thirty species of hawks and owls, providing essential information for identification and understanding. The guide covers distinctions between sexes, variations in plumage, and unique markings, all supported by range maps to illustrate distribution.

This guide is likely to be valued by birdwatchers and naturalists for its focused approach on eastern North American raptors. The inclusion of detailed identification features such as plumage and markings, alongside range maps, suggests a practical and informative resource for field use. The emphasis on distinguishing between male and female birds and their various plumages points to a thorough treatment of the subject matter.