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*A Sunday Times Bestseller* 'A delightful exploration' - The Times Selected as a Sunday Times Nature Book of the Year 2019
Embark on a captivating expedition into the remarkable and essential world of our minuscule yet mighty cohabitants: insects.
These tiny beings have an impact on our ecosystem that reverberates far beyond their size. Present since life first colonised land, they outlived the dinosaurs and outnumber the sand grains on every beach worldwide. Their resilience ensures they'll outlast humanity itself.
Silently but ceaselessly, insects sustain our food supply, maintain our ecosystems, aid in healing, and even break down plastics. They may hold the key to combating antibiotic resistance, prove invaluable in disaster relief, and their aerial prowess continues to inspire aerospace engineers.
Beyond their ecological importance, the private lives of insects are filled with fascination, intrigue, and even whimsy. This book unveils a world of life-and-death drama and dreams, all unfolding on a microscopic stage.
Whether we embrace it or not, Earth is fundamentally an insect planet. This is their extraordinary tale.
Book ISBN: | 9780008316372 |
Book Author: | Anne Sverdrup-Thygeson |
Book Format: | Paperback / softback |
Book Imprint: | Mudlark |
Book Publisher: | HarperCollins Publishers |
Book Dimensions: | 129 x 197 x 28 cm |
Book Publication Date: | 2020-02-04 |
Book Pagination: | 320 pages |
Book Weight: | 284g |