Description

Two intertwined artefacts from early twentieth-century america come back to life in a single, compelling edition. Barbers' Manual (Part 1) and Text Book On Taxidermy (Part 2) offer a rare, hands-on glimpse into practical craft and careful display, preserved for today's readers. This is more than a manual; it is a complete illustrated reference that blends barbering and taxidermy into a seamless guide for apprentice barbers, museum collectors, and curious readers alike. Its form pairs step-by-step instruction with historical colour, revealing the routines of american barber shops and the meticulous preparation of specimens. Inside, you'll move from grooming and maintenance to the careful art of specimen preparation, with lines of guidance that feel like a conversation with skilled tradesfolk rather than sterile procedure. The work carries literary and historical significance as a window into working-class craft culture and the culture of collection during a transformative era. For casual readers, it offers approachable, narrative-driven insight into craft and display; for classic-literature collectors, it is a tangible link to a rare, pre-war republic of knowledge. Out of print for decades and now republished by Alpha Editions, it is restored for today's and future generations. More than a reprint, this is a collector's item and a cultural treasure-a true collection ready anthology that honours both barber shops and taxidermy manuals.