MILKWEED BUTTERFLIES Monarchs, Models, & Mimics Hilda Simon HC DJ ILLUS 1969 -31

Description: MILKWEED BUTTERFLIES Monarchs, Models, and MimicsWritten and Illustrated by Hilda SimonWith a Foreword by John Pallister_________________ Hardcover with dust jacket; 120 pages; Size Approx. 8 1/4 X 11.Published by The Vanguard Press; Copyright 1969.Details: "Hilda Simon, author of the beautiful and Scientifically accurate Exploring the World of Social Insects, one of the 60 outstanding juvenilesof its year selected by the American Library Association, here turns her focus on another aspect of insect life: the milkweed butterflies. This family, though not very large, is one of the most interesting of the butterfly groups. Its best-known member, the Monarch, is found in all sections of North America, and other species are native to various parts of Africa, Asia, and South America. This handsome volume concentrates primarily on the development of the North American Monarch. Not only is this species the prototype of all members of the family, but one fascinating aspect of its life span is unique: these butterflies, with only a four-inch wing spread, make seasonal migrations of more than a thousand miles during their brief lifetime. The book also looks at other members of the milkweed family that, like the Monarch, are protected in their struggle for survival by unpalatable body juices and serve as 'models' for members of other families, which mimic them. And, in addition, Miss Simon devotes a chapter on how to raise butterflies at home. Miss Simon's meticulous illustrations, almost all in full color, include maps and diagrams as well as detailed studies of the various stages of the life cycle. This book is a 'must' not only for libraries and schools but for the many children--and adults--entranced by the wonders of life." (from the dust jacket flap) The book has an orange cloth binding with an illustration of a butterfly on the front cover in gilt; gilt lettering on the spine; beautifully illustrated. A fine addition for your bookshelf!Condition: This is an ex-library book with all of the usual markings and attachments. The book and endpapers have tape residue on them where the dust jacket was attached; otherwise the book is in good condition with a firm binding and clean pages. The dust jacket is in a clear mylar protective sleeve; there is a minor rip on the front cover; the folds are a little soiled; otherwise the dust jacket is in good condition. Note: The letter/number at the end of the title line for this listing is just an inventory code for locating the book.ShippingFree Domestic Economy Shipping!Check out my other items!Be sure to add me to your favorites list!About Us:Rivendell Antiquarian Books sells used rare, vintage and collectable books predominantly from pre 1970. 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