9780282690731 - Insect Life, Vol. 3: Devoted to the Economy and Life-Habits of Insects, Especially in Their Relations to Agriculture (Classic Reprint) de Riley, C. V. (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book compiles articles by esteemed entomologists regarding their work during the years 1889-1890. The articles cover a wide range of entomological topics with a particular emphasis on reports of species affecting agriculture and forestry. Reports on research into insecticides, and studies on the life-histories and behaviors of various species are also included. Of great interest is a detailed account of the introduction and establishment of various parasites and predators used for biological control of insect pests. The author also considers the impact of introduced and invasive species, and provides summaries of recent literature on a wide range of entomological topics. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.