Product Description

The first edition of this book rapidly topped the list of bestsellers and has continued to sell well, turning up in places as far away as German schloses, Brisbane bedsides and Canadian log cabins! This latest edition brings the story of biting midges up-to-date with new material on the Highland midge, its biology and why it bites. Written in a highly readable but informed way, it describes how and why the midge plays such a dominant role in the ecology and human culture of the Highlands, not least in keeping the worst of human depredations under control. This work is illustrated with cartoons by BAX.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #152595 in Books
• Published on: 2003-11-25
• Original language: English
• Binding: Paperback
• 96 pages

Review
'A well researched and readable account of this infamous insect's lifecycle and habits. Aptly illustrated by amusing cartoons.' The Scots Magazine 'Essential reading ... Dr Hendry is a man with a mission to tell the truth.' The Big Issue 'It's a rare book this, succeeding in being charming and scholarly at the same time' www.glasgowwestend.co.uk

The Big Issue (about an earlier edition of the book)
"Essential reading ... Dr Hendry is a man with a mission to tell the truth"

The Scotsman (about an earlier edition of the book)
"A Fascinating read. Honest."