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Title: The Natural History of Pliny, Volume 3 (of 6)

Note: Reading ease score: 74.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

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Summary: "The Natural History of Pliny, Volume 3 (of 6)" by the Elder Pliny is a scientific publication written in the 1st century AD. This volume focuses on various kinds of insects, their physiology, habits, and significance in nature, including detailed looks at bees and their societal structures. The work is a comprehensive exploration of the natural world and its phenomena, demonstrating the author's curiosity and methodical approach to cataloging knowledge. The opening of this volume introduces the subject of insects, emphasizing their intricate structures and diverse lifestyles. Pliny discusses the debate surrounding whether insects breathe or have blood, providing insights into their remarkable adaptations, such as the bees’ highly organized communities and their roles in nature. He describes the biology of bees in particular detail, outlining their labor, social hierarchy, and the production of honey and wax, while referencing the lore and observations of past scholars who have studied these creatures. This passage sets the tone for a meticulous examination of entomological topics, showcasing the author's blend of observation, classification, and appreciation for nature's craftsmanship. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Pliny, the Elder, 24?-79

Translator: Bostock, John, 1773-1846

Translator: Riley, Henry T. (Henry Thomas), 1816-1878

EBook No.: 59131

Published: Mar 26, 2019

Downloads: 292

Language: English

Subject: Natural history -- Pre-Linnean works

LoCC: Science: Natural history

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.

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Title: The Natural History of Pliny, Volume 3 (of 6)

Note: Reading ease score: 74.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.

Credits: Produced by Turgut Dincer, Stephen Rowland and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http: //www.pgdp.net (This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive)

Summary: "The Natural History of Pliny, Volume 3 (of 6)" by the Elder Pliny is a scientific publication written in the 1st century AD. This volume focuses on various kinds of insects, their physiology, habits, and significance in nature, including detailed looks at bees and their societal structures. The work is a comprehensive exploration of the natural world and its phenomena, demonstrating the author's curiosity and methodical approach to cataloging knowledge. The opening of this volume introduces the subject of insects, emphasizing their intricate structures and diverse lifestyles. Pliny discusses the debate surrounding whether insects breathe or have blood, providing insights into their remarkable adaptations, such as the bees’ highly organized communities and their roles in nature. He describes the biology of bees in particular detail, outlining their labor, social hierarchy, and the production of honey and wax, while referencing the lore and observations of past scholars who have studied these creatures. This passage sets the tone for a meticulous examination of entomological topics, showcasing the author's blend of observation, classification, and appreciation for nature's craftsmanship. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Author: Pliny, the Elder, 24?-79

Translator: Bostock, John, 1773-1846

Translator: Riley, Henry T. (Henry Thomas), 1816-1878

EBook No.: 59131

Published: Mar 26, 2019

Downloads: 292

Language: English

Subject: Natural history -- Pre-Linnean works

LoCC: Science: Natural history

Category: Text

Rights: Public domain in the USA.