Dragonflies New Naturalist Series No 106.<br />First edition.

London: Harper Collins, 2008. First edition, 2008. xvi, 454pp plus two pages listing other titles in the series at the end. Hardback. Dust jacket in a protective sleeve. Dragonflies are among the,ost ancient of living creatures - few insect groups fascinate as much or are more immediately recognisable. The authors examine the behaviour, ecology and distribution of dragonflies in Britain and Ireland, placing emphasis on the insects' habitats and on measures needed to conserve them. Volume 41 of the New Naturalist Series (published in 1960 with Philip Corbet as contributing author) provided the first in depth study of the biology of British dragonflies, helping to inspire many people to take an interest in these fascinating insects. In this new volume, Corbet has teamed up with Stephen Brooks, offering a new outlook on the natural history of dragonflies. The authors have combined their knowledge and experience to help illuminate the relevance of British dragonfly species, placing them in a broader ecological perspective. Illustrated with beautiful photography throughout, the book explores the biological significance of dragonfly behaviour, revealing the beauty and hidden complexity of these powerful, agile, flying predators, Illustrated with an abundance of colour photographs. Jacket design by Robert Gillmor. Book in fine and unread condition, Dust jacket fine and unclipped. A rather heavy book but no additional shipping costs to UK destinations.