Letters On The Natural History Of The Insects Mentioned In Shakespeare's Plays: With Incidental Notices Of The Entomology Of Ireland (1838) Hardback - 2009

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 is a fascinating book that explores the natural history of insects mentioned in the works of William Shakespeare. The book is a collection of letters written by Patterson to his friend, J. O. Westwood, in which he discusses the various insects mentioned in Shakespeare's plays, such as the bee, the ant, and the butterfly.Patterson's letters are not only informative but also entertaining, as he provides interesting anecdotes and historical context about the insects. He also includes illustrations and descriptions of the insects, making the book a valuable resource for anyone interested in entomology.In addition to discussing the insects in Shakespeare's plays, Patterson also includes incidental notices of the entomology of Ireland, where he lived. He describes the various insects found in Ireland and provides information on their behavior and habitat.Overall, Letters On The Natural History Of The Insects Mentioned In Shakespeare�������s Plays: With Incidental Notices Of The Entomology Of Ireland (1838) is a delightful and informative book that combines literature and science in a unique way. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Shakespeare, entomology, or natural history.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.