The Sacred Beetle, and Others

"The Sacred Beetle, and Others" by Jean-Henri Fabre is a series of essays about beetles, particularly the Sacred Beetle. It explores the natural behaviors and instincts of different kinds of beetles. Fabre uses careful watching and scientific questioning, showcasing the complexity of these insects and the amazing world of nature and instinct. The book starts with Fabre and his friends starting out to watch the Sacred Beetle, and Fabre explains how it rolls dung into balls for food and how it finds its way around and builds its nest. Through these descriptions, Fabre encourages readers to see how interesting and important insects are, highlighting their hard work and the wonder of their instincts, which sets the stage for deeper understanding in the world of insects.