Self-Instructor in the Art of Hair Work, Dressing Hair, Making Curls, Switches, Braids, and Hair Jewelry of Every Description.

"Self-Instructor in the Art of Hair Work, Dressing Hair, Making Curls, Switches, &c." by Mark Campbell is an instructional book from the 1800s that teaches people how to make fancy hairstyles and jewelry out of hair. The book explains step-by-step how to style hair and create things like braids, curls, and hair pieces to start a business. It was written because the secret ways to work with hair were only known to a few select experts. The writer’s goal is to show everyone, from beginners to pros, how to be creative with hair, using clear pictures, instructions, and design samples for different skill levels in the hair-styling craft.