Principles of Insect Morphology (Zoological Science Publications)
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| Rating | : | 4.98 (670 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0070595100 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 667 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 0000-00-00 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
A talented artist as well as one of the leading entomologists of his day, Robert E. Snodgrass produced a wealth of publications that display an accuracy and precision still unsurpassed.The 19 chapters in this volume cover each group of insect organs and their associated structures, at the same time providing a coherent morphological view of their fundamental nature and apparent evolution. Republication of this textbook will provide another generation of students with an essential foundation for their studies in entomology.. This classic text, first published in 1935, is once again available. Still the standard reference in the English language, Principle
In our current trend towards specialization, it is unlikely that volumes comparable to this will be duplicated."Phillip Eichman, University of Rio Grande. American Biology Teacher . "This volume occupies an honored place on my bookshelvesThe knowledge of the insect world exhibited by this author is unrivaled
Natalie Hummel said This book has great diagrams!. If you are interested in learning about insect morphology, this is the book to have. Snodgrass's illustrations are used in most of the current books on insects, so he is the first source. I would highly recommend this book to anyone who really wants to learn about how insects are designed and how they function.. "The classic text for insect morphology" according to Jon Harrison. This text is incredibly useful for its many drawings and for providing the vocabulary of this subject. Useful for anyone who is really interested in insect structure and function.. "Principles of insect morphology" according to Manuel Barrios. I`m a biologist student and think that it has an old but really good information. And its an excellent book for all the people that its interested to start learnig enthomology, this book its practically the base for insect study.