Jean Henri Fabre Boeken

The Life and Love of the Insect enters into a hidden realm with 18 illustrated essays, rendered in lively, poetic language. Whether extolling the maternal instincts of the Sacred Beetle or chronicling the protracted and ultimately fatal mating ritual of the Languedocian Scorpion, Fabre consistently engages readers with his earnest yet playful delight in sharing fascinating aspects of the insect world. French entomologist Jean Henri Fabre (1823–1915) is considered the father of modern entomology and was hailed by Darwin as "an incomparable observer." Chiefly self-educated, he devoted most of his life to the observation of insects as they hunted, mated, built nests, and guarded their young. Fabre's lack of a formal education may have contributed to his sprightly style, in which he combines careful, informed observations with an infectious enthusiasm for discovering creatures that are usually shunned or unnoticed.

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Engagingly narrated by Uncle Paul, this book explores the marvels of nature through captivating stories and conversations with three children. Readers will discover the intricacies of an ant's underground city, the engineering of a spider's bridge, and the lifecycle of caterpillars. Additionally, it delves into natural phenomena like thunder, lightning, the water cycle, and geological events such as volcanoes and earthquakes. Aimed at ages 9 to 12, it combines education with a rare literary charm.

Hailed by Darwin as "The Homer of Insects," famed French entomologist Jean Henri Fabre (1823–1915) devoted hours of rapt attention to insects while they hunted, built nests, and fed their families. Working in Provence, in barren, sun-scorched fields inhabited by countless wasps and bees, he observed their intricate and fascinating world, recounting their activities in simple, beautifully written essays.This volume, based on translations of Fabre's Souvenirs Entomologiques, blends folklore and mythology with factual explanation. Fabre's absorbing account of the scarab beetle's existence, for example, begins with the ancient Egyptians' symbolic view of this busy creature, eventually leading to a careful discussion of its characteristic method of rolling a carefully sculpted ball of food to its den. Elsewhere, he discusses with infectious enthusiasm the physiologic secrets behind the luminosity of fireflies, the musical talents of the locust, the comfortable home of the field cricket, and the cannibalism of the pious-looking praying mantis, among other topics.These charmingly related stories of insect life are a rare combination of scientific study and literary classic that will delight entomologists, naturalists, and nature lovers alike.

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Join Jules and Emile as they embark on an educational journey with Uncle Paul, who reveals the fascinating world of chemistry. Through engaging experiments and explanations, readers will discover the fundamental concepts and intriguing mysteries of the science. This interactive experience encourages curiosity and exploration, making complex ideas accessible and enjoyable for young learners.

"The patience and the nicety of M. Fabre's observations are indeed amazing. His eyes see, and they see magical marvels." -- Daily Express Considered "The Homer of Insects," Fabre's work laid the foundation for virtually all subsequent work in the field of entomology. Jean-Henri Fabre (1823-1915) is well known for his popularization of insect natural history, especially in the ten volumes of Souvenirs Entomoligiques. Although a reclusive amateur, with no scientific training, he was an acute observer of insect behavior. He combined his observations (most made in his own backyard) with a humanistic writing style that made his books popular, at least later in his life; during most of his life, the successive volumes of Souvenirs Entomologiques attracted only mild attention. Fabre was 84 when the last volume appeared, and soon afterward he was "discovered." He was elected to numerous scientific societies, provided a government pension, and even the President of France came to visit him.

The book offers a significant exploration of insect life through the lens of a naturalist, emphasizing its importance in human history. It has been meticulously reformatted and retyped to ensure clarity and readability, making it accessible for both present and future generations. This preservation effort highlights the enduring relevance of the subject matter, inviting readers to engage with the natural world in a meaningful way.