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.
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Dr George C. McGavin is the Assistant Curator of the Entomological Collections in the Oxford University Museum, one of the worlds' largest insect collections. He is also Lecturer in Biological and Human Sciences at Jesus College, Oxford and a member of the Expedition Council and Advisory Committee of the Oxford University Exploration Club. In addition to scientific papers, he has written many books on bugs and other insects for adults and children and is also known on radio and television. He eats insects regularly and currently has three insect species named in his honour. Illustrations by Richard Lewington, highly-respected and renowned insect artist
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Condizione: Good. Lewington, Richard (illustratore). This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. In good all round condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,800grams, ISBN:9780198500025. Codice articolo 2937363
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Paperback. Condizione: Good. Lewington, Richard (illustratore). 1st Edition. Ships same day or next business day! UPS shipping available (Priority Mail for AK/HI/APO/PO Boxes). Used sticker and some writing and/or highlighting. Used books may not include working access code. Used books will not include dust jackets. Codice articolo 000558197U
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Condizione: Fair. Lewington, Richard (illustratore). This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. In fair condition, suitable as a study copy. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,750grams, ISBN:0198500025. Codice articolo 3961126
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paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Lewington, Richard (illustratore). This Book is in Very Good condition. See our picture for exact item you will receive. All items ship within 24 hours. Packaging is 100% Recyclable. Most items purchased from Charitable organizations. A portion of each sale is also donated to a monthly charity, check your package for this month's charity. Reuse-Recycle-Rebook! Codice articolo 2309P-5699A-1404A
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Lewington, Richard (illustratore). Codice articolo bk/858.253/d699
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paperback. Condizione: New. Lewington, Richard (illustratore). In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title! Codice articolo Q-0198500025
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Condizione: new. Lewington, Richard (illustratore). Codice articolo 58H77_62_0198500025
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