| Author |
Fabre, Jean-Henri, 1823-1915 |
| Translator |
Teixeira de Mattos, Alexander, 1865-1921 |
| Title |
The Glow-Worm and Other Beetles
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| Note |
Reading ease score: 66.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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| Credits |
Produced by Ron Swanson
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| Summary |
"The Glow-Worm and Other Beetles" by Jean-Henri Fabre is a scientific publication written in the early 20th century. This work primarily explores the life and behavior of various insects, specifically focusing on beetles and their unique characteristics, with an emphasis on the glow-worm. Fabre’s writing reflects a meticulous approach to entomology, blending detailed observations with poetic descriptions of the insects’ lives and habitats. The opening of the text introduces the glow-worm, notable for its bioluminescent tail, which is celebrated in popular culture and science alike. Fabre details its physical characteristics and fascinating predatory behavior, particularly highlighting the glow-worm's method of incapacitating its prey, the snail, using an anaesthetic bite. With vivid imagery and scientific inquiry, the introduction sets the stage for a deeper exploration of the glow-worm’s life cycle, its evolutionary traits, and the intricate dynamics of its ecological niche. The narrative is rich with observations that blend scientific rigor with a narrative flair, inviting readers into the enchanting world of insects. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Language |
English |
| LoC Class |
QL: Science: Zoology
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| Subject |
Beetles
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| Subject |
Fireflies
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| Category |
Text |
| EBook-No. |
27868 |
| Release Date |
Jan 22, 2009 |
| Copyright Status |
Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads |
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