“Moths, Myths, and Mosquitoes: The Eccentric Life of Harrison G. Dyar, Jr.”
Published by the Oxford University Press, Marc Epstein’s biography “Moths, Myths, and Mosquitoes: The Eccentric Life of Harrison G. Dyar, Jr." is a fascinating read for entomologists, history buffs and anyone interested in exploring the zany life of one of America’s virtually unknown scientific geniuses. It is also a great opportunity to come and support Marc, a warmly regarded and multi-talented member of our community.
September 26, 1924, the ground collapsed beneath a truck in a back alley in Washington, D.C., revealing a mysterious underground labyrinth. In spite of wild speculations, the tunnel was not the work of German spies, but rather an aging, eccentric Smithsonian scientist named Harrison G. Dyar, Jr. These covert tunnels were merely one of the many oddities in Dyar’s unbelievable life. For the first time biosystemist Marc E. Epstein presents a complete account of Dyar’s life story.
Marc’s book will be available to purchase with check or cash at the book signing or you may bring your own copy to autograph. For more information, or to RSVP, please contact Taliah Berger at 916-541-3720 or