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E776/0103

Termite damage. Book that has been damaged by termites. Termites (order Isoptera) feed on wood and paper and can cause considerable damage to human buildings and possessions. Delicate objects such as this old French book are usually treated by fumigation, otherwise solid or liquid insecticides are used.

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Uploaded on September 28, 2013
Taken on September 28, 2013