One such person was Maria Sibylla Merian, a German-born naturalist and scientific illustrator who undertook ‘Europe’s first single-purpose scientific expedition to the Western Hemisphere’ in the 1600s. Williams’ work emphasises little-known but vital figures in the field. ‘Future’ then looks towards the efforts of conservationists and scientists as they continue to study and unravel the complicated lifespans of this ancient insect. Expanding on this history, ‘Present’ explores current studies and research into different aspects of butterfly anatomy and ecology, and the extraordinary conservation efforts that have been put into place to protect and preserve endangered butterfly species around the globe. In the first, Williams looks at the fascinating legacy of heiresses, housewives, children, explorers, and eccentrics who have admired, collected, and recorded the life cycles of these mysterious creatures.
The book is divided into three sections: ‘Past’, ‘Present’, and ‘Future’. The Language of Butterflies by Wendy Williams is an account of the history, present and future of an insect that has fascinated humanity since recorded history: the butterfly.
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