Originally published in the 1940s, this is a complete guide to the home curing of bacon and ham. Contents include: Utilisation of the Different Parts of the Pig - Body Proportions and Breed Type - Priciples of Breeding in Relation to Curing - Care and Management in Relation to Curing - Slaughter - Inspection of Offals and Carcass - Methods of Cutting - Premises, Equipment, and Utensils for Home Curing - Principles of Preservation by Curing - A Standard Graduated Cure - washing, Maturation, Smoking and Storing - Bacteria, Moulds and Pests - Preparation and Cooking of Home-cured Meats - Local Methods of Curing - Judging Home-Cured Bacon and Hams, etc.