Publisher's Synopsis
Insect Lives: Or Born In Prison (1879) is a book written by Julia Perkins Ballard that explores the lives of insects. The book is divided into chapters, each one discussing the life cycle and habits of a different insect species. Ballard provides detailed descriptions of the insects' physical characteristics, behavior, and natural habitats. She also delves into the ways in which humans interact with these insects, including their use in medicine and agriculture. The title refers to the fact that many insects are born and raised in captivity, such as those bred for scientific research or commercial use. Overall, Insect Lives offers a fascinating look into the world of insects and their importance to the ecosystem.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.