Micro-Memphis: the representation of invertebrates in Memphite art

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    Abstract

    Invertebrates represent approximately 90% of the earth’s fauna and are a major contributor to the planet’s biodiversity. They play a vital role in the functioning of the environment and provide humans with a variety of foods, medicines, and other essential products. Yet despite their importance, the most common human reaction to invertebrates is negative. Insects, spiders, and crustaceans reliably engender an adverse response, ranging from indifference to disgust. They are not valued, particularly in Western society, and are perceived as unclean, unattractive, and/or dangerous by most cultures.
    Original languageEnglish
    Title of host publicationAncient Memphis, 'Enduring is the Perfection'
    Subtitle of host publicationproceedings of the international conference held at Macquarie University, Sydney, on August 14-15, 2008
    EditorsLinda Evans
    Place of PublicationLeuven
    PublisherPeeters
    Pages1-3
    Number of pages3
    ISBN (Print)9789042925465
    Publication statusPublished - 2012
    EventInternational Conference on Ancient Memphis - Sydney
    Duration: 14 Aug 200815 Aug 2008

    Publication series

    NameOrientalia Lovaniensia analecta
    PublisherPeeters
    Volume214

    Conference

    ConferenceInternational Conference on Ancient Memphis
    CitySydney
    Period14/08/0815/08/08

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