Louise M. Pryke

Scorpion (Animal)

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ISBN 13:
9781780235929
author:
Louise M. Pryke
format:
Paperback
publisher:
Reaktion Books
language:
English
Publication Year:
2016
Pages:
208
Dimensions:
12.1 x 2 x 17.1 cm
Genre:
Science & Nature, Nature, Wild Animals, Louise M. Pryke,Scorpion (Animal),Reaktion Books,1780235925,Natural History: Animal & Wildlife,Nature,Animals,Nature/Ecology,Animals - General,Nature / Animals / General,Wildlife: butterflies, other insects & s
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The scorpion has long been a figure of fascination and fear in human culture. Its potent sting has made it a symbol of danger and poison in our mythology and folklore. However, Louise M. Pryke reveals that this reputation often overshadows the scorpion's many remarkable qualities. For over 300 million years, scorpions have thrived on every continent except Antarctica, making them one of nature's longest-lasting survivors. Their ancient form has remained largely unchanged since prehistoric times, with notable features including a pair of pincers and an elegant tail that holds their stinger in a permanent striking position. This book offers a fascinating tour of the scorpion's cultural significance, taking us from its role in North African art to its appearance in Zodiac astrology and folk medicine. With over 1,700 different species, the scorpion is a testament to the incredible diversity of life on Earth.

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