Lessons in Taxidermy - A Comprehensive Treatise on Collecting and Preserving all Subjects of Natural History - Book III. - Paperback

by J. Elwood (Author)

This fascinating book is the third part of a series of books which provides a detailed and easy to follow guide to collecting and preserving a wide range of animals. This part concentrates on small animals, and includes the chapters: 'Small Animals', 'Tools and Materials', 'Wire List', 'Artificial Eyes', 'General Suggestions', 'Skinning Small Animals', 'Mounting Squirrels', 'Stuffing the Specimen', 'Mounting Larger Animals', 'Novelty and Trick Taxidermy', et cetera. The perfect handbook for taxidermists interested in the collection and preservation of small animals, this book is a must-have addition to any taxidermic collection. This text has been elected for modern republication due to its educational value, and is proudly republished here complete with a new introduction to the subject.