".Milgrom's lively account will appeal to readerswho enjoyed Mary Roach's quirky science books." - Library Journal An "absorbing blend of bright-eyed reportage and hands-on participation.a genuine appreciation for a true art form, an enthusiasm the author imparts with style in this substantial study. Schwendeman is eighty-five, long retired, and likely to show up at the taxidermy workshop his father opened in 1921 in Milltown, New Jersey, now run by his son Bruce. "Milgrom’s eye for detail and sense of humor makes Still Life an entertaining and educating look at this intriguing subculture." - Florida Times-Union "Under Milgrom’s direction, readers may find themselves more interested in – and entertained by – the world of taxidermy than they thought imaginable." - Christian Science Monitor "A delightful, illuminating journey through a passionate subculture that prizes the natural world (even if nature's inhabitants are dead when taxidermists work their magic on them)." - Shelf Awareness "If you’re an outdoorsman, museum-goer, or a pragmatic animal lover, find this book, grab a shopping bag and stuff it." - Yankton Press & Dakotan "An absorbing tour." - Boston Globe Reviews arent verified, but Google checks for and removes fake content when its identified. Milgrom has in Still Life opened up a whole world to readers." - Chicago Tribune " literate, fascinating history." - People "Hilarious but respectful." - Washington Post "Engrossing." - New Yorker " delightful debut.
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