The Hidden World: How Insects Sustain Life on Earth Today and Will Shape Our Lives Tomorrow

This book explores the fascinating world of insects, revealing their role in shaping our world and future.

Insects conquered the Earth long before humans and will remain here long after. They outnumber us in the billions and are essential to natural processes that sustain life. Entomologist and broadcaster, and author George McGavin delves into the unknown truths about these successful and enduring animals. The book explores their incredible traits, such as dragonflies’ ability to fly across oceans without resting and some beetles’ egg-laying in corpses. It also highlights vital lessons learned from insects, like the use of maggots in therapy and bees’ contribution to tomato yields.

The book reveals the complexity of our relationship with insects, their impact on history, and their potential as key to our future and survival if we continue to learn from them.

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