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The Lore of the Honey Bee

The Lore of the Honey Bee

Edwardes, Tickner

Hardcover

Fiction AnthologiesInsects & SpidersZoology

ISBN10: 1163212814
ISBN13: 9781163212813
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 216
Weight: 1.08
Height: 0.63 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Lore of the Honey Bee is a comprehensive guide to the fascinating world of bees and their role in our lives. Written by Tickner Edwardes, this book provides a detailed exploration of the history, behavior, and cultural significance of honey bees. The book begins by examining the ancient mythology and folklore surrounding bees, including their roles in Egyptian, Greek, and Roman mythology. It then moves on to explore the scientific aspects of bees, including their anatomy, behavior, and the complex social structures of the hive. Throughout the book, Edwardes also delves into the practical aspects of beekeeping, including the tools and techniques used by beekeepers, as well as the challenges faced by modern beekeepers in the face of climate change and other environmental pressures. The Lore of the Honey Bee is a beautifully illustrated and engaging read that will appeal to anyone with an interest in bees, nature, or the history of human interaction with the natural world. Whether you are a beekeeper, a naturalist, or simply someone who loves learning about the world around you, this book is sure to provide you with a wealth of new insights and knowledge about these fascinating creatures.1908. A charming volume on the history, lore and how-tos of beekeeping. Contents: The Ancients and the Honey-Bee; The Isle of Honey; Bee-Masters in the Middle Ages; At the City Gates; The Commonwealth of the Hive; Early Work in the Bee-City; The Genesis of the Queen; The Bride-Widow; The Sovereign Worker-Bee; A Romance of Anatomy; The Mystery of the Swarm; The Comb-Builders; Where the Bee Sucks; The Drone and His Story; After the Feast; The Modern Bee-Farm; and Bee-Keeping and the Simple Life.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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