Fabre's Book of Insects (Classic Reprint): Retold From Alexander Teixeira De Mattos Translation of Fabre's "Souvenirs Entomologiques" - Couverture souple

Stawell, Mrs. Rodolph

9781330499375: Fabre's Book of Insects (Classic Reprint): Retold From Alexander Teixeira De Mattos Translation of Fabre's "Souvenirs Entomologiques"

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ISBN 10 : 1330499379 ISBN 13 : 9781330499375

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Explore the mind of a tireless naturalist as he uncovers the hidden lives of insects one observation at a time.

This retold edition blends memory and method to reveal how a lifelong curiosity about nature grows into a practical, hands-on study of insects. From humble beginnings in a Proven�al landscape to detailed field observations, the book offers a window into the way a careful observer notices patterns, tests ideas, and records discoveries. Expect a steady blend of personal reflection and fascinating natural history as the narrator explains his approach to studying wasps, anthrax flies, mason bees, and other creatures, without losing sight of the human appeal of inquiry and wonder.

- See how a naturalist builds a life around close observation, simple experiments, and patient waiting in the field.
- Learn about how Wasps, Bees, and other insects shape their homes and habits, through first-hand digging, nesting, and collecting experiences.
- Follow practical demonstrations of observation, hypothesis, trial, and careful note-taking that illuminate insect behavior.
- Enjoy accessible prose that invites readers to notice the world just beyond the doorstep and to think like a field scientist.

Ideal for readers of nature writing, curious explorers, and anyone who loves stories that blend personal memory with scientific curiosity.

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From my earliest childhood I have felt drawn towards the things of Nature. It would be ridiculous to suppose that this gift, this love of observing plants and insects, was inherited from my ancestors, who were uneducated people of the soil and observed little but their own cows and sheep. Of my four grandparents only one ever opened a book, and even he was very uncertain about his spelling. Nor do I owe anything to a scientific training. Without masters, without guides, often without books, I have gone forward with one aim always before me: to add a few pages to the history of insects.

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Date d'�dition: 2018
Langue: anglais
ISBN 10: 1330499379
ISBN 13: 9781330499375
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Nombre de pages: 329
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Fabre's Book of Insects (Classic Reprint)

Mrs. Rodolph Stawell

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ISBN 10 : 1330499379 ISBN 13 : 9781330499375

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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book takes the reader on a fascinating journey into the secret world of insects. The author, a keen observer of nature, delves into the lives of a diverse range of creatures, from the humble beetle to the majestic praying mantis. He reveals the intricate details of their daily lives, their methods of hunting, building, and raising their young. The book draws on the author's own extensive research, conducted in the field and in his specially-designed laboratory. He meticulously documents his observations, presenting them in a clear and engaging style that blends scientific detail with vivid descriptions and engaging anecdotes. The authorâ� �s observations on the behaviors of these creatures offer insights into the natural world that were not available to past generations. He challenges conventional wisdom and dispels long-held myths about insect behavior, as seen in his debunking of the famous fable about the Cicada and the Ant. His work is a testament to the power of careful observation and the remarkable ingenuity found even in the smallest of creatures. This book invites readers to appreciate the unseen world of insects and to marvel at the beauty and complexity of nature. 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. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9781330499375_0

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