This comprehensive guide offers a detailed exploration of traditional methods for curing and tanning various animal skins. It provides step-by-step instructions, covering the entire process from preparing the hides to finishing the leather, with separate instructions for both light and heavy skins. The author meticulously outlines the necessary tools and materials, offering practical advice on techniques for removing hair or wool, fleshing, and tanning using various methods, including acid tanning. This book includes detailed recipes for tanning liquors, waterproof stuffing, and blacking, catering to diverse needs and desired finishes. Specific instructions are given for tanning muskrat, rabbit, and other animal skins, making it valuable for those working with a variety of materials. Moreover, it explores techniques for coloring furs and wool and even offers practical business advice on making the tanning process profitable, suggesting potential products like rugs and dusters, along with their production methods.