Taxidermy - A Complete Guide to the Methods of Collecting, Preparing, Mounting and Displaying Animals

The book offers an in-depth exploration of taxidermy through eleven chapters authored by experts, covering topics like its history, trophy hunting, and specimen selection. It provides detailed guidance on various species, including birds, mammals, insects, and reptiles, along with techniques for creating rugs and robes. Richly illustrated with photographs and diagrams, it combines classic material from the early 1900s with insights relevant to contemporary enthusiasts and historians, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the craft.