It might sound like an alien, but it’s actually a member of the most successful animal group on earth—an insect. We swat them. We spray them. Occasionally we marvel at their strange beauty. We compete with them for food. And sometimes, we eat them. Insects touch our lives far more often than we like to admit. For those times when curiosity or frustration drives you to learn more about the strange and wonderful world of insects, there is The Handy Insect GK Book. Here, you’ll find answers to nearly a thousand frequently asked questions about insects and their kin. Filled with amazing facts on the lure and lore of these miniature marvels, this book is a wonderful source for armchair naturalists, parents with curious children or anyone who has ever asked the question, “Why in the world are there so many insects?”