Insectopedia
Hugh Raffles
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Insectopedia
by Hugh Raffles
Published
2010
Publisher
Pantheon Books
Pages
465
ISBN-13
9780375423864
Description
A stunningly original exploration of the beautiful, ancient, successful, astoundingly accomplished, largely unknown, and unfathomably different species with which we share this world. For as long as humans have been here, insects have been here. Yet we hardly know them, not even the ones we’re closest to: the insects that eat our food, share our beds, live in our homes. Organizing his book alphabetically, with one entry for each letter, weaving together brief vignettes, meditations, and extended essays, Hugh Raffles uses the prism of history and science, anthropology and travel, economics and popular culture to show how insects have triggered our obsessions, stirred our fears, and beguiled our imaginations. Raffles provides a glimpse into the ritualized world of Chinese cricket fighting, the deceptive courtship rituals of the dance fly, the vital and vicious role locusts play in the famines that afflict the African continent, the queer sexual practices among insects, the obsession of Japan’s entire culture with insects, how insects deformed by Chernobyl inspired art, and how our unease with insects has prompted aberrant behavior of our own. Deftly combining the anecdotal and the scientific, Raffles has given us an essential book of reference that is, as well, a fascination of the highest order. - [Goodreads][1] [1]: http://www.goodreads.com/book/show/6989298
Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Insectopedia?
This edition of Insectopedia has approximately 465 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Insectopedia?
For most readers, Insectopedia typically takes between 9h 41m and 6h 28m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 116,250 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 7h 45m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 16 days • Estimated word count: 116,250 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Insectopedia?
The estimated word count for Insectopedia is approximately 116,250 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Insectopedia?
Insectopedia was written by Hugh Raffles.
When was Insectopedia published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2010. The original work may have been published on a different date.