Stephen A Marshall is a professor of entomology at the University of Guelph, where he developed a major insect collection and carries out research on insect systematics and biodiversity He has discovered hundreds of new species, several new genera and even two new subfamilies He is also the author of Insects: Their Natural History and Diversity, a Booklist Editor's Choice Reference selection for 2006
Designed primarily to highlight the magnificence of insect
diversity rather than to serve as an identification guide, this
compact volume presents 500 vivid, close-up photographs of
insects.-- "SciTech Books News" (12/1/2009 12:00:00 AM)
Entomologist Stephen A. Marshall offers insect enthusiasts a
glimpse of the remarkable diversity in the insect world. It's like
going on a bug safari from the comfort of your couch! 500 Insects
makes a great gift for anyone who likes bugs, from the natural
history buff to the professional entomologist.--Debbie Hadley
"About.com" (1/1/2009 12:00:00 AM)
Incorporating several newly identified species, this insect field
guide provide single-page entries describing 500 of the world's
reported one million recognized varieties. The detail of each
full-color, highly magnified photograph is so stunning that, if
you're not fond of bugs, it will doubtlessly incite your flight
reflex. Nevertheless, the vivid photographic detail is essential to
the book's scientific value: nothing is lost in creative
translation.... Highly recommended for entomology collections.--
"Library Journal" (12/15/2008 12:00:00 AM)
Terrific... The photos are a pleasure to look at, and the small
amount of information given with each adds up to a lot of painless
learning. There is a lovely contemplative quality to this work...
This would be a great book to have in any elementary school
classroom and in any biology or entomology library. It is a good
book to buy for the budding young naturalist in your life. It also
is an excellent reference work and could be inspiration for
artists.--Linda Wiener, St. John's College, Santa Fe, NM "Science
Books & Films" (6/1/2009 12:00:00 AM)
The quality of the photographs makes this volume a stunning work.
The author selected 500 insects from his studies and travels around
the planet. Each is presented in a high-quality, full-color,
magnified image. These are single-page entries with accompanying
information of approximately 100 words or less. The book restricts
itself to the class Insecta. The entries are arranged by Insecta's
scientific orders. Generic and species names are given in
italics.... The eight-page introduction gives information on insect
distribution, basic insect biology, collecting and photographing
insects, insect structure, and taxonomic names. A small glossary
and resources for further research and reading are provided. An
index completes the volume. School and public libraries as well as
individuals with entomology collections will find the book a
welcome addition.--Elaine Ezell "American Reference Books Annual"
(1/1/2009 12:00:00 AM)
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