The Life of the Spider
Exploring the Intricate World of Arachnids: A Naturalist's PerspectiveBy Jean-Henri Casimir Fabre
Length8h 27m
About this audiobook
In 'The Life of the Spider,' Jean-Henri Casimir Fabre presents an intricate exploration of arachnid behavior and ecology, distinguished by its blend of scientific observation and poetic prose. Written in the late 19th century, this seminal work merges detailed entomological study with the Victorian fascination for natural history, revealing the diverse lives of spiders through vivid descriptions and meticulous illustrations. Fabre's approach, characterized by deep empathy for his subjects, allows readers to glimpse the remarkable worlds of these often-misunderstood creatures, making complex scientific concepts accessible and engaging to a broad audience. Jean-Henri Fabre, a pioneering French naturalist often regarded as the father of entomology, drew upon his extensive field studies and a profound curiosity about the natural world to craft this book. His experiences, including years spent observing spiders in their native habitats, fueled his commitment to documenting their lives and behaviors. By championing observation over mere taxonomy, Fabre revolutionized the study of entomology and inspired generations of scientists and nature enthusiasts alike. 'The Life of the Spider' is a must-read for anyone interested in nature, biology, or the intricate details of the animal kingdom. Fabre's work not only enriches our understanding of spiders but also invites us to appreciate the broader ecological tapestry of which they are a part. This book serves as both a scholarly resource and a captivating narrative, making it a valuable addition to any naturalist's library.
Audiobook details
GenreScience and Nature
Length8 hrs 27 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateApr 10, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Preface: The Insect's Homer, by Maurice Maeterlinck
11The Garden Spiders: Building the Web
2Translator's Note
12The Garden Spiders: My Neighbour
3The Black-Bellied Tarantula
13The Garden Spiders: The Lime-Snare
4The Banded Epeira
14The Garden Spiders: The Telegraph-Wire
5The Narbonne Lycosa
15The Garden Spiders: Pairing and Hunting
Show all chaptersShow less
6The Narbonne Lycosa: The Burrow
16The Garden Spiders: The Question of Property
7The Narbonne Lycosa: The Family
17The Labyrinth Spider
8The Narbonne Lycosa: The Climbing-Instinct
18The Clotho Spider
9The Spider's Exodus
19Appendix: The Geometry of The Epeira's Web
10The Crab Spider
A Brief History of IntelligenceMax S. Bennett12h 18m$29 · $0.00
The Collected Works of John MuirJohn Muir96h 8m$2 · $0.00
LiftoffEric Berger9h 4m$29 · $0.00
Distant SkiesMelissa A. Priblo Chapman12h 39m$23
ApolloCharles Murray, Catherine Bly Cox18h 15m$30
The Story of BirdsSteve Brusatte11h 49m$29 · $0.00
Black Earth WisdomLeah Penniman11h 54m$8 · $0.00
Crystals for BeginnersKaren Frazier3h 49m$20
What If? 10th Anniversary EditionRandall Munroe7h 29m$23
Nikola Tesla - Ultimate Collection: 70+ Scientific Works, Lectures & EssaysNikola Tesla48h 43m$2 · $0.00
Total Cat MojoJackson Galaxy10h 13m$23 · $0.00
Earth at NightNational Aeronautics and Space Administration2h 31m$1 · $0.00
My Life Among the UnderdogsTia Torres5h 51m$24 · $0.00
What It Takes to Save a LifeKwane Stewart6h$24 · $0.00
Pastoral SongJames Rebanks8h 35m$26 · $0.00
How Stella Learned to TalkChristina Hunger7h$24 · $0.00
Craig & FredCraig Grossi8h 6m$26 · $0.00
Celebrating BirdsNatalia Rojas, Ana Maria Martinez6h 47m$24 · $0.00
WildingIsabella Tree12h 22m$23
Saving JemimaJulie Zickefoose4h 59m$20 · $0.00
You may also like
Peter Parley's Wonders of the Earth, Sea, and SkySamuel G. Goodrich5h 58m$2 · $0.00
The Fungi Files: 7 Books on the Fascinating World of MushroomsGeorge Francis Atkinson, Charles McIlvaine, Robert K. Macadam, Roy Watling, M. J. Richardson, Ellen M. Dallas, Caroline A. Burgin, M. C. Cooke66h 35m$2 · $0.00
More BeetlesJean-Henri Fabre6h 52m$2.30
More Hunting WaspsJean-Henri Fabre9h 15m$2 · $0.00
The Ocean and its WondersR. M. Ballantyne4h 50m$2.30
Pilgrim at Tinker CreekAnnie Dillard10h 31m$8 · $0.00
Personality of plantsRoyal Dixon, Franklyn Everett Fitch4h 18m$2 · $0.00
Wildwood WaysWinthrop Packard2h 4m$2 · $0.00
The Harvest of the SeaJames Glass Bertram19h 26m$2 · $0.00
Creepy but Cool BloodsuckersNicola Lopetz9m$6 · $0.00
Secrets of the WoodsWilliam J. Long4h 59m$2 · $0.00
Fabre's Book of InsectsJean-Henri Fabre7h 37m$2 · $0.00
Archeological InvestigationsGerard Fowke7h 34m$1 · $0.00
Parasites: A Treatise on the Entozoa of Man and Animals. Including Some Account of the EctozoaT. Spencer Cobbold16h 3m$2 · $0.00
Moorland IdyllsGrant Allen4h 10m$1 · $0.00
Supplement to Harvesting Ants and Trap-Door SpidersJohn Traherne Moggridge, Octavius Pickard-Cambridge4h 41m$2 · $0.00
WinterDallas Lore Sharp3h 37m$2 · $0.00
Earthquakes and Other Earth MovementsJohn Milne13h$2 · $0.00
Insect Life Souvenirs of a NaturalistJean-Henri Fabre9h 25m$2.30
Mammals of Mesa Verde National Park, ColoradoSydney Anderson1h 55m$1 · $0.00