This illustrated book about insects–long acknowledged as crucial to our environment– brings a fresh perspective on how they have influenced our culture, art, design, architecture, fashion and so much more. A great gift for entomologists, naturalists and lovers of the outdoors.

From entomologist Barrett Klein comes a buzz-worthy exploration of the many ways insects have affected human society, history, and culture Insects surround us. They fuel life on Earth through their roles as pollinators, predators, and prey, but rarely do we consider the outsize influence they have had on our culture and civilization. Their anatomy and habits inform how we live, work, create art, and innovate.

Featuring nearly 250 color imagesfrom ancient etchings to avant-garde art, from bug-based meals to haute coutureThe Insect Epiphany proves that our world would look very different without insects, not just because they are crucial to our ecosystems, but because they have shaped and inspired so many aspects of what makes us human.