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CZM Book Club: "John Simnel's First Goshawk" by Tegan Moore

It Could Happen Here

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The Goshawk's Allegory

This chapter introduces Tegan Moore's short story 'John Simnell's First Goshawk,' examining its themes of power, identity, and belief. It provides historical context about John Simnell, a pretender to the English throne during the political turmoil of 15th century England, and draws parallels between falconry and rulership.

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