TY  - BOOK
AU  - Bevan,Edward
TI  - The Honey-Bee: Its Natural History, Physiology and Management
AV  - SF 
PY  - 2022///
CY  - Salt Lake City, UT
PB  - Project Gutenberg
KW  - Bees
KW  - Bee culture
N1  - Release date is 2022-01-05; Tom Cosmas produced from files generously provided by The Internet Archive and placed in the Public Domain; Originally published; United Kingdom: Baldwin, Cradock and Joy, 1827
N2  - "The Honey-Bee: Its Natural History, Physiology and Management" by Edward Bevan is a scientific publication written in the early 19th century. This comprehensive work delves into the natural history and intricate biological processes of the honey bee, as well as practical management advice for beekeepers. Bevan aims to provide both a popular overview and detailed insights into apiarian knowledge, blending historical context with physiological and practical information in his exploration of these industrious insects.  At the start of the work, the author introduces the honey bee as a complex social insect comprising three main types: the queen, the workers, and the drones. He highlights the distinctive characteristics and roles of each group within the colony, referencing historical figures such as Aristotle and Virgil as early contributors to the understanding of bees. This introductory section sets the stage for a detailed analysis of the bees' physiology, behavior, and the vital role they play in the ecosystem, while also providing the reader with a historical context of apiarian science. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
UR  - https://archive.org/details/honeybeeitsnatur00beva
UR  - https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/67107
ER  -