Bugs In The System: Insects And Their Impact On Human AffairsBasic Books, 1996 M06 18 - 400 pages An introduction to insect physiology, genetics and behaviour which looks at the interaction between humans and insects, and explores both the positive and negative aspects of the relationship. |
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