{"product_id":"the-inside-out-of-flies-erica-mcalister-9780228102878","title":"The Inside Out of Flies","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003cb\u003eAbout \u003ci\u003eThe Secret Life of Flies\u003c\/i\u003e, also by the author: \u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003ci\u003e\"It's no small feat for an experienced researcher to write in a way that is accessible to a non-scientific audience, and McAlister accomplishes this.... A short, rich book by turns informative and humorous.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e --The New York Times \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003ci\u003e\"After reading her book it is obvious: flies rock.\"\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e --The Spectator \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003ci\u003eThe Inside Out of Flies\u003c\/i\u003e is an under-the-hood look at the astonishing mechanics of fly anatomy. Erica McAlister reveals the engineering miracles embodied in each species of fly and some of the fascinating implications they hold for human technology. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Discover the physics of the mysterious \"scuba diving fly,\" marvel at the venomous horsefly larvae which prey on frogs, and glimpse the golden ratio in these creatures' spiral flight patterns. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e McAlister touches on the emerging field of biomimetics -- the study of evolutionary adaptations to devise new technology -- and anticipates everything from medical needles based on the mosquito's proboscis to hearing aids inspired by Ormia ochracea, a tiny fly with ears on its thorax. At every juncture she uncovers unique and surprising science lessons encapsulated in the form and function of the humble fly. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e Not only an expert at the top of her field, McAlister is a skilled writer who masterfully imparts knowledge while entertaining the reader with her enthusiasm and wit. Even those who would not consider reading about flies, will find themselves entertained and enlightened. This is an ideal selection for personal, public, academic and specialist libraries. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Erica McAlister\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 0228102871\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9780228102878\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Firefly Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 09\/01\/2020\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 288\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.35lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 7.80h x 5.50w x 1.10d\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eReview Citation(s): \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eLibrary Journal\u003c\/i\u003e 02\/01\/2021 pg. 106","brand":"Erica McAlister","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":43993733464319,"sku":"9780228102878","price":24.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/2982\/9887\/files\/img_9b8fea45-5345-406b-b2e3-e0321c23044a.jpg?v=1683326000","url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/the-inside-out-of-flies-erica-mcalister-9780228102878","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}