A fanciful collection featuring gorgeous detailed imagery of the world's most fabulous insects
Discover the Titan of the Amazon the "antosaur " fabulous butterflies with birdlike wings and
even more of the world's most unbelievable insects in this collectible volume. Richly
illustrated and written by eminent entomologists this work unveils 50 insects (from among the
million hopefuls) that illustrate the beauty and strangeness of this universe their world so
close and yet so mysterious. What is this beetle that symbolized the sun for the Egyptians? Who
is the Maoris' "god of ugly things"? How did Darwin predict the existence of a butterfly
without ever having seen one? The diversity and sheer global number of insects influences the
balance of terrestrial natural environments. They evoke both our fear and fascination. Some
were worshipped others inspire technical uses and often their appeal inspires artists or
poets. That's why this book also explores how insects have inspired artwork and scientific
innovation throughout history.
