HomeFictionCurious Facts in the History of Insects; Including Spiders and Scorpions.: A Complete Collection of the Legends, Superstitions, Beliefs, and Ominous Signs Connected with Insects; Together with Their Uses in Medicine, Art, and as Food; and a Summary of Their Remarkable Injuries and Appearances.
Curious Facts in the History of Insects; Including Spiders and Scorpions.: A Complete Collection of the Legends, Superstitions, Beliefs, and Ominous Signs Connected with Insects; Together with Their Uses in Medicine, Art, and as Food; and a Summary of Their Remarkable Injuries and Appearances.
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Curious Facts in the History of Insects; Including Spiders and Scorpions.: A Complete Collection of the Legends, Superstitions, Beliefs, and Ominous Signs Connected with Insects; Together with Their Uses in Medicine, Art, and as Food; and a Summary of Their Remarkable Injuries and Appearances.

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Frank Cowan
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Cowan transforms insects from minor nuisances into vessels of myth, medicine, and supernatural meaning, revealing how humans have projected their deepest fears and hopes onto the smallest creatures. This cabinet of curiosities proves that wonder needs no apology.

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Frank Cowan (1844–1905) is a classic author whose works are in the public domain.

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FormatEbook
File TypeEPUB
Pages428
LanguageEnglish
ISBNpg-41625
PublishedJune 1, 1905
Added to StoreJanuary 1, 1900

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