02213cam a22003253u 4500 63229 UtSlPG 20260610134445.0 m cr n 260607r2020||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 QL Marlatt, C. L., 1863-1954 The Bedbug [1934] Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2020 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier United States. Department of Agriculture. Farmers' Bulletin no. 754 Release date is 2020-09-18 Produced by Tom Cosmas from files generously made available by USDA through The Internet Archive. All resultant materials are placed in the Public Domain. "The Bedbug [1934] by C. L. Marlatt" is an informative agricultural publication that falls within the category of entomological research, specifically focusing on household pests. Written during the early 20th century, this bulletin addresses the pervasive and troublesome issue of bedbugs, outlining their habits, life cycle, and control methods to assist homeowners in managing these blood-sucking parasites. The content of the book details the biology and behavior of the common bedbug ("Cimex lectularius"), highlighting its ability to invade homes, often through luggage or laundry. Marlatt discusses the insect's physical characteristics, lifecycle, and the conditions that favor its reproduction, emphasizing the necessity of vigilance for pest control. The text provides various remedies, from fumigation techniques using hydrocyanic acid gas to the use of household treatments like kerosene and superheating methods, aimed at eradicating these pests while also considering their resilience and environmental adaptability. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Bedbugs United States. Department of Agriculture. Farmers' Bulletin no. 754 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/63229 104053 104053