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]