Fourth edition (almost) fully revised.
Edited by J.Cooter & M.V.L.Barclay
496 pages including 32 colour plates.
One of the Society's best selling publications, The Coleopterist's Handbook is now available as a new and expanded fourth edition. It includes new chapters and 32 pages of colour plates and in addition the text has mostly been re-written or fully revised and expanded. 'Almost' has been included (above) for the sole reason that only two pages of text from the third (1991) edition have not been revised. Nomenclature has been brought inline with current use, collecting/curatorial methods reflect best practice and plant/beetle and beetle/plant lists are included together.
Production of the Handbook has been overseen by two of Britain's leading entomologists who are also amongst the impressive list of contributing specialist authors. Recent additions to the British fauna, modern and traditional techniques are included. The user will appreciate all advice and comment given in the book is based upon collective years of practical experience of both curatorial methods and field craft; beetle family chapters have each been written by an internationally recognised authority.
The Society has sold copies of the third edition world wide, an indication of the value and use of the Coleopterist's Handbook.
AES members are eligible for a significant discount on this publication reducing the price to just £40.75. To obtain a discount coupon please see our Members' only area or contact us for details.
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