Home Taxidermy for Pleasure and Profit A Guide for Those Who Wish to Prepare and Mount Animals, Birds, Fish, Reptiles, etc., for Home, Den, or Office Decoration

"Home Taxidermy for Pleasure and Profit" by Albert B. Farnham is a handbook from the past that introduces readers to the world of preserving animals. It's for people who enjoy nature, hunters, and anyone else who wants to save animals, birds, fish, and reptiles to display as decorations. The book highlights the need for careful work and explains the tools, methods, and safety steps in taxidermy. To start, the author shares that taxidermy isn't usually taught to regular people who love nature, even though they often find interesting animals. He points out that being careful, patient, and truly appreciating nature are all key to successfully keeping the appearance of animals intact. Early on, the book goes over the history of taxidermy, what tools and supplies are needed, and ways to preserve different types of creatures, providing a base for those wanting to get into this unusual pastime for fun or to make money.