# Microscopic Photography - its art and mystery

## Contents

Preliminary Observations | Page 5
Chap. I. - On the requirements for producing the desired result | Page 6
Chap. II. - The Lens and its Combinations:- |
| Various forms and focal lengths | Page 7
| Mounting and adjustments | Page 8
Chap. III. - Methods of Employing the Instrument:- |
| By open daylight | Page 10
| By sunshine | Page 12
| By artificial light | Page 14
Chap. IV. - On some matters of choice in the Instrument and its use | Page 15
Chap. V. - On the Conditions required in the Negative:- |
| Methods of obtaining them | Page 16
Chap. VI. - The Copies:- |
| Collodion and its preparation for microscopic use | Page 18
| Mode of Development | Page 20
| Fixing agent, and how to use it | Page 21
Chap. VII. - Mounting the Copies:- |
| The preparation of the material employed and how to use it | Page 22
Conclusion | Page 23
Appendix. - On certain subsidiary methods, and practical applications of the art | Page 25