The Little Book of Beetles

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The Little Book of Beetles Author: Illustrator: Tugce Okay Format: Hardback First Published: Published By: Princeton University Press
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Pages: 160 Illustrations and other contents: 140 color illus. Language: English ISBN: 9780691251776 Categories: , ,

A charming, richly illustrated, pocket-sized exploration of the world’s beetles Packed with surprising facts, this delightful and gorgeously designed book will beguile any nature lover. Expertly written and beautifully illustrated throughout with color photographs and original color artwork, The Little Book of Beetles is an accessible and enjoyable mini reference book about the world’s beetles, with examples drawn from across the globe. It fits an astonishing amount of information in a small package, covering a wide range of topics—from 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

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"I continue to marvel at the amount of knowledge that can be compressed into so small a volume. Furthermore, I am no less enchanted by the discriminating artwork produced by Tucge Okay."---David M. Gascoigne, Travels with Birds "A series of charming, richly illustrated mini reference books packed with surprising facts." * Pest Magazine * "This little book confirms why we are right to be intrigued [with beetles]."---Elizabeth Fitzherbert, The Lady

Author Biography

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.