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(More customer reviews)The book is published as a text for college undergraduates, and is certainly adequate for its intended purpose. If one does not have ANY background in entomology, the material is, at times, just a bit deep, but, even so, is easy to follow. A glossary would be a useful addition to the book, as the definition of some terms requires one to consult a (universal) dictionary or other textbook. The item most lacking is color plates for identification; all drawings are in black and white. However, the text is not intended to be an identification guide, but an in-depth discussion of the structure and function of insects and their appendages. For high-school students, the material could become overwhelming. For college students, the text should prove a satisfactory addition to a personal or institutional library.
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Gillott\'s thorough yet clear writing style continues to keep Entomology near the top of the class as a text for senior undergraduates, and for graduate students and professionals seeking an introduction to specific entomological topics. The author\'s long-held belief that an introductory entomology course should present a balanced treatment of the subject is reflected in the continued arrangement of the book in four sections: Evolution and Diversity, Anatomy and Physiology, Reproduction and Development, and Ecology. For the third edition, all chapters have been updated. This includes not only the addition of new information and concepts but also the reduction or exclusion of material no longer considered "mainstream", so as to keep the book at a reasonable size. Based on exciting discoveries made during the previous decade, the topics of insect evolutionary relationships, semiochemicals, gas exchange, immune responses (including those of parasites and parasitoids), flight, and the management of pests have received particular attention in the preparation of the third edition. Overall, more than 30 new or significantly revised figures have been incorporated.
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