Product Description

An up-to-date order-by-order introduction and reference handbook for students of biological sciences in general and entomology in particular. Covers all the important groups on a worldwide basis. A concise guide to the insect orders and to what makes insects special and successful. The book is in three sections: * a straightforward introduction to insect biology; * a section on field work; and * an order-by-order catalogue of the insects giving essential facts and details of life-histories, highlighting what makes each order distinct To make the material as accessible as possible, the information for each order is presented in a standard manner. Throughout, the book is written in a straighforward style with as little technical language as possible. Essential terms are fully explained in context with marginal notes. Includes a pictoral aid the identification of the orders and key references. Contains specially commissioned illustrations by RICHARD LEWINGTON.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #54115 in Books
• Published on: 2001-04-12
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 328 pages

Galathea 2001
"This book should be as indispensable to students as to amateur entomologists, ecologists, and nature enthusiasts ... It is to be hoped that this excellent value reference book will achieve a wide circulation."

Review
This book should be as indispensable to students as to amateur entomologists, ecologists, and nature enthusiasts ... It is to be hoped that this excellent value reference book will achieve a wide circulation. (Galathea 2001 )

Customer Reviews

Great book
This is a lovely book with great illustrations and clear explanations, let down only by the many typos.

Essential Entomology: An Order-by-order Introduction
Professor McGavin was one of my guest lectures when i studied Zoology at university and he was amazing. He has such a passion for entomology and that is radiated from him. This book is great and really helped me when studing entomolgy. He was an advisor on Life in the Undergrowth by David Attenborough and i've seen him on TV a few times too. He's such a great entomologist and i'd strongly recommend this book to anyone.