A digression comments on the helplessness of the nymph, or larva, [277]

And points out its exceeding suffering in the hands of a victorious enemy, [278]

The writer is shocked by the relentless cruelty of the conquerors, [279]

Who have left but one poor fugitive to mourn the death of his companions, [280]

CHAPTER V.—THE WASPS: THEIR FURY OF IMPROVISATION.

Sensation caused by the intrusion of a wasp, [283]

A panegyric on a much-abused insect, [284]

Excessive industry of the wasp, [285]

It works, first, as a paper manufacturer; and next, as a mason, [285]

It builds its city with curious forethought and ingenuity, [286]