Moths Of The Limberlost (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781162674858)

Moths of the Limberlost is a non-fiction book written by Gene Stratton-Porter. The book is a comprehensive guide to the moths found in the Limberlost Swamp, a large wetland in northeastern Indiana. The author, who was an amateur naturalist and photographer, provides detailed descriptions and photographs of over 100 species of moths, including their life cycles, habitats, and behaviors. The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different group of moths, such as silk moths, tiger moths, and sphinx moths. The author also includes information on how to attract moths to your garden and how to observe them in their natural habitats. In addition to the scientific information, the book also includes personal anecdotes and observations from the author's experiences in the Limberlost Swamp. She describes the beauty and diversity of the moths she encountered, as well as the challenges of photographing them in the wild. Overall, Moths of the Limberlost is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the natural history of moths, as well as a fascinating glimpse into the life and work of a pioneering female naturalist.I held the hat while the Deacon brought the board. Then with trembling care we slipped it under, and carefully carried the moth into the conservatory. First we turned on the light, and made sure that every ventilator was closed; then we released the Io for the night. In the morning we found a female clinging to a shelf, dotting it with little top-shaped eggs. I was delighted, for I thought this meant the complete history of a beautiful moth. So exquisite was the living, breathing creature, she put to shame the form and colouring of the mounted specimens. No wonder I had not cared for them!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.

Author: Gene Stratton-Porter
ISBN-10: 1162674857
ISBN-13: 9781162674858
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 110
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.45lbs
Size: 9.25h x 7.50w x 0.23d