A Field Guide To The Insects Of Britain And Northern Europe
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
For the naturalist, amateur entomologist, or curious wanderer seeking to make sense of the buzzing, crawling, fluttering world beneath their feet and above their heads, Michael Chinery's authoritative field guide is an indispensable companion to the insect life of Britain and Northern Europe. The volume systematically catalogues hundreds of species — from beetles and butterflies to wasps, flies, and beyond — presenting detailed descriptions, habitat information, and behavioural notes alongside 60 vivid colour plates by Gordon Riley, Denys Ovenden, and Brian Hargreaves, making accurate identification accessible to experts and beginners alike. Chinery's prose strikes a precise yet accessible tone, grounding each entry in rigorous scientific observation while never losing sight of the wonder that the natural world inspires. The guide stands as a landmark reference in British entomological literature, reflecting the post-war surge of interest in natural history that transformed the field guide into a beloved genre. Whether you are tracking a rare species across a meadow or simply puzzling over an uninvited guest on your windowsill, this classic work promises to transform the way you see the living world around you.
Author: Michael Chinery
Format: Hardback
Published: 1974, Houghton Mifflin Company Boston
Genre: Zoology
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
For the naturalist, amateur entomologist, or curious wanderer seeking to make sense of the buzzing, crawling, fluttering world beneath their feet and above their heads, Michael Chinery's authoritative field guide is an indispensable companion to the insect life of Britain and Northern Europe. The volume systematically catalogues hundreds of species — from beetles and butterflies to wasps, flies, and beyond — presenting detailed descriptions, habitat information, and behavioural notes alongside 60 vivid colour plates by Gordon Riley, Denys Ovenden, and Brian Hargreaves, making accurate identification accessible to experts and beginners alike. Chinery's prose strikes a precise yet accessible tone, grounding each entry in rigorous scientific observation while never losing sight of the wonder that the natural world inspires. The guide stands as a landmark reference in British entomological literature, reflecting the post-war surge of interest in natural history that transformed the field guide into a beloved genre. Whether you are tracking a rare species across a meadow or simply puzzling over an uninvited guest on your windowsill, this classic work promises to transform the way you see the living world around you.