Insect Diary (Classic Translation)

"Insect Diary" combines science and literature, which also means that it has both scientific rationality and literary sensibility. The book is full of witty words from time to time, puts forward in-depth thinking on the value of life, and attempts to incorporate deeper meanings into science. The rational component in the work is reflected in the author's research and thinking. In his observation and research on insects, Fabre conducted repeated experiments and verified various materials. He dared to question mainstream academic opinions, explored and pursued the truth, and did his best to continuously explore and supplement the knowledge structure. He did not easily draw conclusions about his own observation results, and at the same time showed his skepticism and his own limitations. While expressing his feelings while observing insects, he clearly realized the arrogance of human beings and the barbarism of mechanized society. He often ridiculed the rigid prejudices of human beings in his words, and carefully thought calmly about the current situation of society. The perceptual component of this work is not only reflected in the content and language expression of the work, but also in the author's research and thinking. Judging from the writing, the work is full of anthropomorphic insect life, from using human clothing to describe the external characteristics of insects, to using weddings to symbolize the courtship and mating process of insects, to praising their contributions to nature, the author's emotions change with the fate of the insects. In addition, in addition to research and recording, the author also mentioned his rural life of poverty and contentment, the courtyard where he lived, and his experience of going out to catch insects. He also introduced readers to his children and even his family dog. This is in line with the word "memory" and is full of human touch. In the process of research and thinking, the author uses field experiments and observation methods to study living insects and carefully observe life. Compared with anatomical classification, the author itself has a perceptual color. His thoughts after many observations are all related to life and are based on respect and love for life.