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

Download or read book Taxidermy - A Complete Guide to the Methods of Collecting, Preparing, Mounting and Displaying Animals written by Various and published by Duey Press. This book was released on 2010-12 with total page 286 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This comprehensive guide to taxidermy comprises eleven detailed chapters by various experts on the subject. It is extensively illustrated with black and white photographs, diagrams and drawings. Taxidermy takes a comprehensive and informative look at the subject, and is a fascinating read for any taxidermy enthusiast or historian of the craft. Contents Include: History of Taxidermy; Market Trophy Hunting; How to Select and Study Fresh Specimens; Birds; Fishes; Small Mammals; Groups of Mammals; Large Mammals; Insects; Reptiles; Making Rugs and Robes. This book contains classic material dating back to the 1900s and before. The content has been carefully selected for its interest and relevance to a modern audience.