H.G. Wells' "The Triumphs of a Taxidermist" is a complex exploration of the nature of human relationships, in particular the notion of mastery over one's domain and its implications for those who seek to impose their will upon others. This work succeeds in illustrating the moral implications of such an approach through its vivid characterization of the protagonist, Mr. Woodifield, whose efforts to dominate his craft inevitably lead to his own undoing.