The Little Book of Beetles

Arthur V. Evans, Tugce Okay

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English

Princeton University Pres
02 April 2024

Reference works; Mathematics & Sciences; Insects (entomology); Wildlife: butterflies, other insects & spiders; The Earth: natural history general

Series: Little Books of Nature

A charming, richly illustrated, pocket-size 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 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 from around the world. The result is an irresistible guide to the amazing lives of beetles.

By: Arthur V. Evans
Illustrated by: Tugce Okay
Imprint: Princeton University Pres
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 152mm, Width: 95mm,
ISBN: 9780691251776
ISBN 10: 0691251770
Series: Little Books of Nature
Pages: 160
Publication Date: 02 April 2024
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

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.

Reviews for The Little Book of Beetles

"""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"