Applied Entomology: An Introductory Textbook Of Insects In Their Relations To Man (1921)

By Henry Torsey Fernald

Book Overview

Applied Entomology: An Introductory Textbook of Insects in Their Relations to Man (1921) is a comprehensive guide to the study of insects and their impact on human life. Written by Henry Torsey Fernald, a renowned entomologist and professor of zoology at the University of Massachusetts, this book covers a wide range of topics related to entomology including insect classification, anatomy, physiology, behavior, ecology, and control. The book is divided into three parts, with the first section providing an overview of insect biology and classification. The second section delves into the various ways in which insects impact human life, including their role in agriculture, medicine, and public health. The final section covers methods of insect control, including chemical and biological control methods, as well as cultural and mechanical control techniques.Throughout the book, Fernald provides numerous examples and case studies to illustrate the important role that insects play in our daily lives. He also provides practical advice on how to identify and control common insect pests, making this book a valuable resource for students, researchers, and professionals in the field of entomology.Overall, Applied Entomology: An Introductory Textbook of Insects in Their Relations to Man is a comprehensive and accessible guide to the study of insects and their impact on human life.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164195875
• ISBN13: 9781164195870
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 402 Pages
• Weight: 1.18 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"