wendy williams the language of butterflies

' glorious and exuberant celebration of these biological flying machines.

Publisher: Simon & Schuster ISBN: 9781501178061 Number of pages: 256 Weight: 431 g Dimensions: 229 x 152 x 23 mm MEDIA REVIEWS Touching, eye-opening, and incredibly profound, The Language of Butterflies reveals the critical role they play in our world.

Williams takes readers to butterfly habitats across the globe and introduces us to not only various species, but to the scientists who have dedicated their lives to studying them.Ĭoupled with years of research and knowledge gained from experts in the field, this accessible 'butterfly biography' explores the ancient partnership between these special creatures and humans, and why they continue to fascinate us today. Butterflies' scales are inspiring researchers to create new life-saving medical technology. Other species have learned how to fool ants into taking care of them. Monarch butterflies migrate thousands of miles each year from Canada to Mexico. Yet, what has drawn us to these creatures in the first place? And what are their lives really like? In this ground breaking book, science journalist Wendy Williams reveals the inner lives of these 'flying flowers'-creatures far more intelligent and tougher than we give them credit for. From butterfly gardens to zoo exhibitions, they are one of the few insects we've encouraged to infiltrate our lives. Butterflies are one of the world's most beloved insects.

Wendy williams the language of butterflies