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Explore the fascinating world of beetles with "The Natural History of Beetles," a detailed study illustrated with thirty-two plates and numerous woodcuts. This comprehensive volume, published in 1852, offers an in-depth look at the biology, behavior, and diversity of beetles. Including a memoir and portrait of Ray, this edition provides historical context and insight into the scientific understanding of the era. Perfect for naturalists, entomologists, and anyone with an interest in the natural world, this book remains a valuable resource for understanding the intricate lives of these ubiquitous insects. Discover the detailed illustrations and descriptions that bring the beetles of the 19th century to life, making it an essential addition to any natural history collection. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.