Insect Stories

"Insect Stories" by Vernon L. Kellogg is a collection of enthralling narratives that throws open a window into the lives of insects in the early 1900s. These true stories highlight the behaviors, instincts, and relationships insects have with both people and the world around them. The author weaves scientific facts with gripping storytelling, which makes the book attractive to those eager to learn about nature and insects. The book begins with the author and his friend Mary venturing into California to watch wasps and tarantulas. As they watch, they see how hard wasps work to dig their homes, and they also consider how animal instincts are different from human thought. The story emphasizes their experiences and discoveries about wasps' smart methods, particularly the amazing things they do to keep their young ones alive. This beginning sets the tone for a collection that mixes scientific knowledge with captivating stories about the insect world