Book Description

This vintage text offers insights into the practice of the taxidermy of fish and was originally published as part of a series covering a broad range of taxidermy subjects. Written by various experts, each volume features a brief history of the practice and is extensively illustrated with instructional diagrams and photographs throughout. This fascinating edition focuses on the collection, preparation, casting and mounting of fish, and would be of interest to the taxidermy amateur, enthusiast, and professional alike. The contents of Volume Three include: Taxidermy - History of Taxidermy - Collecting Fishes - Various Methods of Preparing, Skinning, Preserving and Mounting a Fish - Plaster Casting. We are republishing this classic work in a high quality, modern and affordable edition, featuring reproductions of the original artwork and a newly written introduction.