Denis Richard
The Wonder Cabinet of Fabulous Insects
The Wonder Cabinet of Fabulous Insects
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A fanciful collection featuring gorgeously detailed imagery of the world’s most fabulous insects.
Discover the Titan of the Amazon, the “antosaur,” fabulous butterflies with birdlike wings, and even more of the world’s most unbelievable insects in this collectible volume.
Richly illustrated and written by eminent entomologists, this work unveils 50 insects (from among the million hopefuls) that illustrate the beauty and strangeness of this universe, their world so close and yet so mysterious.
What is this beetle that symbolized the sun for the Egyptians? Who is the Maoris’ “god of ugly things”? How did Darwin predict the existence of a butterfly without ever having seen one? The diversity and sheer global number of insects influences the balance of terrestrial natural environments.
They evoke both our fear and fascination. Some were worshipped, others inspire technical uses, and often, their appeal inspires artists or poets. That’s why this book also explores how insects have inspired artwork and scientific innovation throughout history.
Features:
- Hardback
- 240 pages
Praise for the Book
Praise for the Book
“The quality of the information and the color illustrations in this large format encyclopedia is amazing. This feast of color would appeal to all ages, from those who study illustration design to those who prefer to read text. This is a definite purchase for libraries and individuals" —Sharon L., NetGalley-Reviewer.
“Anyone wishing to while away time with a most interesting look at insects will enjoy this book” —Katrina Yurenka, Youth Services Book Review.
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About the Author
Denis Richard
Denis Richard is a scientific journalist who has published numerous books and articles dedicated to insects and nature.
Pierre-Olivier Maquart, entomologist at l’Institut Pasteur du Cambodge, contributes to various entomological publications. He collaborates with Denis Richard for several different publishers.
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