In which case a deadly combat ensues, [328]
And the victor becomes the idol of the people, [328]
If both perish, the community, in a state of great excitement, proceed to feed and bring up another, [329]
Whom they will guard with loving loyalty, [329]
CONCLUSION.
A comparison, and a contrast, between the bee and the ant, [333]
All insects teach certain noteworthy lessons, [334]
And, primarily, a reverence for life, [335]
Various anecdotes from the writer's own experience are here brought forward, in defence of the thesis that life is more precious than science, [336]
Illustrative Notes, [341]