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The Inside Out of FliesAbout The Secret Life of Flies, also by the author: "It's no small feat for an experienced researcher to write in a way that is accessible to a non scientific audience, and McAlister accomplishes this. A short, rich book by turns informative and humorous." The New York Times "After reading her book it is obvious: flies rock." The Spectator The Inside Out of Flies is an under the hood look at the astonishing mechanics of fly anatomy. Erica McAlister
About The Secret Life of Flies, also by the author:
"It's no small feat for an experienced researcher to write in a way that is accessible to a non-scientific audience, and McAlister accomplishes this.... A short, rich book by turns informative and humorous." --The New York Times
"After reading her book it is obvious: flies rock." --The Spectator
The Inside Out of Flies is an under-the-hood look at the astonishing mechanics of fly anatomy. Erica McAlister reveals the engineering miracles embodied in each species of fly and some of the fascinating implications they hold for human technology.
Discover the physics of the mysterious "scuba diving fly," marvel at the venomous horsefly larvae which prey on frogs, and glimpse the golden ratio in these creatures' spiral flight patterns.
McAlister touches on the emerging field of biomimetics -- the study of evolutionary adaptations to devise new technology -- and anticipates everything from medical needles based on the mosquito's proboscis to hearing aids inspired by Ormia ochracea, a tiny fly with ears on its thorax. At every juncture she uncovers unique and surprising science lessons encapsulated in the form and function of the humble fly.
Not only an expert at the top of her field, McAlister is a skilled writer who masterfully imparts knowledge while entertaining the reader with her enthusiasm and wit. Even those who would not consider reading about flies, will find themselves entertained and enlightened. This is an ideal selection for personal, public, academic and specialist libraries.
Binding Type: Hardcover
Publisher: Firefly Books
Published: 09/01/2020
ISBN: 9780228102878
Pages: 288
Weight: 1.35lbs
Size: 7.80h x 5.50w x 1.10d
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