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Scorpion
Louise M. Pryke
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Description for Scorpion
Paperback. A natural and cultural history of that most potent of arthropod, the scorpion. Series: Animal. Num Pages: 208 pages, 55 illustrations, 50 in colour. BIC Classification: WNCN. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 139 x 191 x 16. Weight in Grams: 390.
From the dawn of civilization scorpions have captured the human imagination. Yet the scorpion is a misunderstood animal with a bad reputation that overshadows its many exceptional qualities. Older than dinosaurs, these small arthropods have survived for hundreds of millions of years with very few changes to their form, populating every continent - with the exception of Antarctica. Although humans and scorpions have coexisted for thousands of years, the image of the scorpion retains a sense of danger and mystery. This book explores the diverse cultural symbolism of scorpions, from prehistoric times until today.
From the dawn of civilization scorpions have captured the human imagination. Yet the scorpion is a misunderstood animal with a bad reputation that overshadows its many exceptional qualities. Older than dinosaurs, these small arthropods have survived for hundreds of millions of years with very few changes to their form, populating every continent - with the exception of Antarctica. Although humans and scorpions have coexisted for thousands of years, the image of the scorpion retains a sense of danger and mystery. This book explores the diverse cultural symbolism of scorpions, from prehistoric times until today.
Product Details
Publisher
Reaktion Books
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2016
Series
Animal
Condition
New
Number of Pages
208
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9781780235929
SKU
V9781780235929
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About Louise M. Pryke
Louise M. Pryke is a Research Associate at the University of Sydney, Australia.
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