Excerpt from An Introduction to Entomology
This work is now published at one sixth of the price of the Sixth Edition, so as to bring it within reach of all desirous of becoming acquainted with the Natural History of Insects, and thus carrying out more effectually the object of the Authors -that of introducing others to a branch of science which they had found so delightful. Though compressed by a smaller type into One Volume, it contains every line of the Sixth Edition, which includes much new matter not in the five preceding editions; and, to ren der the work more complete, the account of its origin and progress, furnished by Mr. Spence to the Life of Mr. Kirby by Mr. Freeman, is, with his permission, given as an Appendix.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book is a comprehensive guide to entomology that introduces a broad range of entomological topics. Beginning with a survey of the history of entomology, this book includes explorations on the metamorphosis of insects, their possible medicinal uses, the damages they cause to food sources and property, as well as their positive contributions to the world. The author takes a particular interest in the behaviors and instincts of insects, examining direct and indirect benefits and injuries caused by insects. The author also considers the aesthetic qualities of these creatures, from their size, color, and structure to the beauty and complexity of their habitats. By examining the remarkable adaptations of the insect world, this book invites us to appreciate the integral role of insects in the balance of nature, and provides an extensive and fascinating introduction to the field of entomology. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330310342_0
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