The Taxidermist's Manual: Or The Art Of Collecting, Preparing, And Preserving Objects Of Natural History (1879) by Thomas Brown is a comprehensive guide to the art of taxidermy. The book covers everything from collecting specimens in the field to preparing and preserving them for display. Brown provides detailed instructions on skinning, stuffing, and mounting various animals, as well as tips on how to create lifelike poses and expressions. He also includes information on the tools and materials needed for taxidermy, as well as the proper techniques for cleaning and preserving bones and skulls. This classic text is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the art of taxidermy or natural history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.