Letters On The Natural History Of The Insects Mentioned In Shakespeare's Plays: With Incidental Notices Of The Entomology Of Ireland (1838)

By Robert Patterson

Book Overview

""Letters on the Natural History of the Insects Mentioned in Shakespeare's Plays: With Incidental Notices of the Entomology of Ireland"" is a book written by Robert Patterson and published in 1838. The book is a collection of letters that explore the various insects mentioned in Shakespeare's plays and their natural history. Patterson provides detailed descriptions of the insects, including their physical characteristics, behavior, and habitat. He also offers insights into the cultural and symbolic significance of the insects in Shakespeare's works.In addition to his analysis of Shakespeare's insects, Patterson also includes incidental notices of the entomology of Ireland, where he was based. These notices cover a wide range of topics, from the life cycle of butterflies to the habits of bees and wasps.Overall, ""Letters on the Natural History of the Insects Mentioned in Shakespeare's Plays"" is a fascinating exploration of the natural world as it appears in Shakespeare's works. It offers readers a unique perspective on both Shakespeare and the insects that populate his plays, making it a valuable resource for scholars and enthusiasts alike.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: 1120314488
• ISBN13: 9781120314482
• Release Date: October 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 0.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"