The Amateur Taxidermist by Jean Labrie (1972)
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Learn how to mount birds, mammals & fish with this illustrated 1972 guide. A practical vintage book with 140+ step-by-step photos.
Quick Specs
∙ Item Type: Vintage instructional book
∙ Size: 9x7x0.5 inches
∙ Language: English
∙ Pages: 155 pages
∙ Format: Hardcover with dust jacket
∙ ISBN: 8055-1035-4
∙ Publisher: Hart Publishing Company, Inc., New York City
∙ Year: 1972
∙ Translated by: Florence Wall
∙Genre: Outdoor Sports, DIY & Craft Guides, Nature & Wildlife.
Details
∙ 140+ black-and-white instructional photographs throughout
∙ Includes full chapters on mounting birds, mammals, fish, deer heads, antlers, and creating rugs
∙ Tools, materials, specimen prep, and finishing techniques all clearly explained
∙ Originally translated from the French edition
∙ Great for hunters, anglers, homeschoolers, or anyone curious about historical preservation techniques
Condition
∙ Dust jacket shows minor shelf wear, including light edge wear and a few small chips (see photos)
∙ Inner pages are clean, tightly bound, and free of markings
∙ Boards are sturdy with minimal wear, spine straight
∙ A well-preserved copy perfect for reading or collecting
Perfect for the curious collector or nature hobbyist looking to learn an old-world skill—grab this before it disappears again!
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Honestly. This is vintage, so expect some age. When I find wear, writing, stains, loose pages, chips, or missing pieces, I note them and show them in the photos. Some marks add character. Some are just flaws. I tell you which is which so you can decide if this is the right one for you.
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Probably not. Everything here is one of a kind, and I rarely find the same item twice. Once it sells, it is gone. Vintage does not restock neatly.
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