Beetle Battles

The Secret World of Competitive Insect Fighting

Roberta Ellis

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Once a Jacket
07 August 2024

Explore the fascinating world of beetle battles.

From the origins of competitive insect fighting to the diversity of fighting beetles, this comprehensive book delves into the anatomy, behavior, and ecological interactions of these intriguing creatures.

Discover the cultural perspectives, equipment, and rules surrounding beetle fights, and learn about the psychological and physical well-being of these fighting beetles.

Explore the scientific research, legal and ethical considerations, and the impact of beetle battles on insect conservation.

With a look into the future of beetle fighting, this book is a must-read for enthusiasts, researchers, and conservationists alike.

By: Roberta Ellis
Imprint: Once a Jacket
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 152mm, Spine: 23mm
Weight: 594g
ISBN: 9781779611871
ISBN 10: 1779611870
Pages: 448
Publication Date: 07 August 2024
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Roberta Ellis is a scholar, adventurer, and master of tackling both the mind-bending world of mathematics and the quirky corners of human and natural history. With a foot firmly planted in the academic realm, Ellis navigates complex mathematical theories like Abstract Algebra: Structures Built to Last and Combinatorics: Counting Without Losing Your Mind with precision and clarity. At the same time, she dives into the stranger side of life with works like The Great Emu War: Australia's Avian Anarchy and Beetle Battles: The Secret World of Competitive Insect Fighting, blending deep research with an eye for the unusual.Ellis's writing brings a sharp, insightful lens to every subject she approaches, whether it's breaking down advanced topics like Cryptography: Secrets You Can't Crack or unpacking the bizarre history behind The True Story of the Dancing Plague of 1518. Her talent lies in making the obscure and the complex not only understandable but downright fascinating.Whether Ellis is explaining the deep mysteries of topology in No Boundaries, No Bullshit or recounting the hidden traditions of isolated cultures in The Drokpa of Ladakh: Preserving Purity Through Isolation, her work is steeped in thorough research and presented with a wit that keeps readers hooked. Ellis is particularly gifted at drawing connections between the seemingly unrelated, from Game Theory: Strategies That Slap to The Lighthouse War: Britain's Silent Coastal Battle.Roberta Ellis doesn't just write about the world-she unearths its secrets, unravels its mysteries, and distills it all into something the rest of us can appreciate, whether we're mathematicians, history buffs, or just curious about the weird wonders around us.