Barkley, Henry C. creator text utu 2012 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Studies in the Art of Rat-catching" by Henry C. Barkley is a unique instructional work centered on the practice of rat-catching, likely written in the late 19th century. The book serves as a manual for aspiring rat-catchers and schoolboys interested in the trade, blending practical advice with anecdotes from the author’s experiences. Through vivid storytelling and practical information, it aims to instill a love for this rural pastime while educating readers about the tools, techniques, and animals involved. The opening of the work introduces the author’s motivations for writing the book, stemming from a conversation with young admirers who expressed a desire to learn about rat-catching. Following a light-hearted preface, the author begins detailing the specifics of managing ferrets, essential companions in the trade. He discusses their care, characteristics, and the intricacies of selecting the appropriate ferrets for rat-catching, marking the start of a comprehensive guide meant to both inform and entertain readers while providing a nostalgic look at a countryman’s occupation in the various settings of the English countryside. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2012-10-21 Produced by Chris Curnow, Paul Clark and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) Original publication data not identified Rats -- Control Rats Ferret SB Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/41133 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/41133 UtSlPG 260607 20260610133935.0 41133