From Arsenic To DDT : A History Of Entomology In Western Canada

From Arsenic To DDT : A History Of Entomology In Western CanadaFrom Arsenic To DDT : A History Of Entomology In Western Canada, Paul W. Riegert A history of entomology in Western Canada from the era of exploration to the outbreak of the Second World War. Riegert surveys early accounts of insect life recorded by explorers, traders, and settlers, and traces the growing impact of insect pests with the expansion of prairie agriculture after the late nineteenth century. The study follows the emergence of professional

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Please note that this booklet does not contain family histories

including the "Pioneers of AA" section

1858 – 1957

has the distinction of being settled by French aristocracy

John Dean Caton examines the animals’ physical characteristics

the author scrutinizes the conduct of members of the Saskatchewan Legislature

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local touch

Peter Muenster

He shares stories of the many travels with his wife Inez

This revised and expanded edition of "Wildflowers Across the Prairies" contains photographs