The Ant World
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Condition remarks:
Condition: Good to fair. Paperback. Page Condition: Good - possible tanning. Markings: possible previous owner inscription.
A classic of mid-century natural history, The Ant World offers a meticulous and engaging exploration of the complex social structures and evolutionary history of one of nature’s most fascinating insects. Derek Wragge Morley, a dedicated researcher and enthusiast, bridges the gap between specialized scientific discourse and the curious reader, providing a comprehensive overview of how ants organize their colonies, communicate, and adapt to their environments. This seminal monograph is not merely a technical manual but a window into the intricacies of ant behavior, synthesized through decades of field research and historical study. For the collector of vintage natural history or the student of evolutionary biology, Morley’s work remains a highly readable and authoritative volume that captures the wonder of the miniature world beneath our feet.
Author: Derek Wragge Morley
Format: Paperback
Genre: Natural history
Condition remarks:
Condition: Good to fair. Paperback. Page Condition: Good - possible tanning. Markings: possible previous owner inscription.
A classic of mid-century natural history, The Ant World offers a meticulous and engaging exploration of the complex social structures and evolutionary history of one of nature’s most fascinating insects. Derek Wragge Morley, a dedicated researcher and enthusiast, bridges the gap between specialized scientific discourse and the curious reader, providing a comprehensive overview of how ants organize their colonies, communicate, and adapt to their environments. This seminal monograph is not merely a technical manual but a window into the intricacies of ant behavior, synthesized through decades of field research and historical study. For the collector of vintage natural history or the student of evolutionary biology, Morley’s work remains a highly readable and authoritative volume that captures the wonder of the miniature world beneath our feet.