Taxidermy without a Teacher by Walter Porter Manton
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| Author | Manton, Walter Porter, 1857-1925 |
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| LoC No. | 06016968 |
| Title |
Taxidermy without a Teacher
Comprising a Complete Manual of Instruction for Preparing and Preserving Birds, Animals and Fishes |
| Note | Reading ease score: 71.0 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Credits |
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| Summary | "Taxidermy without a Teacher" by Walter Porter Manton is a manual focused on the art of taxidermy, written in the late 19th century. This instructional book aims to provide comprehensive guidance on preparing and preserving birds, animals, and fishes. It serves as a practical resource for beginners who wish to learn taxidermy techniques without formal instruction. The book covers various aspects of taxidermy, beginning with detailed instructions on skinning and mounting birds, mammals, and fishes. Manton emphasizes the importance of careful observation of nature and the proper use of tools and materials necessary for successfully preserving specimens. He also includes tips on hunting and hygiene to ensure that collectors can acquire specimens in the best condition. The manual features additional sections on preserving eggs, making skeletons, and offers various practical recipes. Throughout, Manton encourages perseverance and practice, assuring readers that successful taxidermy requires not only skill but also a genuine appreciation for the beauty of nature. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QL: Science: Zoology |
| Subject | Taxidermy |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 51439 |
| Release Date | Mar 13, 2016 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 66 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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