Fabre's Book of Insects

Retold From Fabre’s “Souvenirs Entomologiques”

Mrs. Stawell’s retelling of Fabre’s classic 10 volume series “Souvenirs Entmologieques.” A condensed version, this retelling includes such notorious insects as the beetle, the cicada, the praying mantis, the mason-wasp, and many more. A great introduction to the study of insects for young children.

First published in 1921, this edition is derived from the original book with 12 color illustrations by E. J. Detmold.  As always, this edition is complete and unabridged.