The Little Book of Beetles

(Hardback)

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A charming, richly illustrated, pocket-sized exploration of the worlds beetles

Packed with surprising facts, this delightful and gorgeously designed book will beguile any nature lover. Expertly written and beautifully illustrated throughout with original artwork and color photographs, The Little Book of Beetles is an accessible and enjoyable mini reference book about the worlds beetles, with examples drawn from across the globe. It fits an astonishing amount of information in a small package, covering a wide range of topicsfrom anatomy, diversity, and reproduction to habitat and conservation. It also includes curious facts and a section on beetles in myths, folklore, and modern culture around the world. The result is an irresistible guide to the amazing lives of beetles.

• A beautifully designed pocket-sized book with a foil-stamped cloth cover
• Features some 140 color illustrations and photos
• Makes a perfect gift

Author Bio

Arthur V. Evans is an entomologist, author, photographer, and teacher. His many books include The Lives of Beetles, Beetles of Western North America, and Beetles of Eastern North America (all Princeton). Tugce Okay is a natural history illustrator who works primarily with watercolors. Her work has appeared in many books and magazines.